interchangeable
adjective
in·ter·change·able
ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl 
: capable of being interchanged
especially
: permitting mutual substitution
interchangeable parts
Examples of interchangeable in a Sentence
the concept of interchangeable parts revolutionized the mass production of manufactured goods
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The model becomes an interchangeable component.
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Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The sensor format offers a solid upgrade in picture quality versus cameras with smaller sensors, and is a good option for discerning photographers who want something better than entry-level but don't want to carry a larger interchangeable lens mirrorless system.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
Waddle and veteran Sutton, now, will lead the room as interchangeable pieces at the X and Z receiver, with Franklin continuing to develop as a field-stretcher and Bryant needing sun as a possession target.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
Stammen and Preller see many things similarly, including the belief that some parts can be interchangeable and that early in the season is a time to find out what players can handle.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
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Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The sensor format offers a solid upgrade in picture quality versus cameras with smaller sensors, and is a good option for discerning photographers who want something better than entry-level but don't want to carry a larger interchangeable lens mirrorless system.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
Waddle and veteran Sutton, now, will lead the room as interchangeable pieces at the X and Z receiver, with Franklin continuing to develop as a field-stretcher and Bryant needing sun as a possession target.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
Stammen and Preller see many things similarly, including the belief that some parts can be interchangeable and that early in the season is a time to find out what players can handle.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for interchangeable
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“Interchangeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interchangeable. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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