interchangeable

adjective

in·​ter·​change·​able ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl How to pronounce interchangeable (audio)
: capable of being interchanged
especially : permitting mutual substitution
interchangeable parts
interchangeability noun
interchangeableness noun
interchangeably adverb

Examples of interchangeable in a Sentence

the concept of interchangeable parts revolutionized the mass production of manufactured goods
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The Swiss watchmaker released a new Fifty Fathoms Tech (ref. 5029) this month, with a nifty interchangeable strap system. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 July 2025 Every version is supplied on a quick-release TPU strap matched to the dial tone, and a separate strap kit featuring four interchangeable quick-release straps is also available. Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025 On the speaker's back, a plastic spine allows interchangeable attachment accessories to lock into a quick-release anchor point. Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 30 July 2025 The Crocs come equipped with interchangeable chocolate and strawberry icing dipped toe caps. Chris Morris, Fortune, 24 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for interchangeable

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interchangeable was in the 14th century

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“Interchangeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interchangeable. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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