replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplās-mənt 

1

: the action or process of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another especially in a job or function

Synonyms of replacement

• substitute
• backup

Examples of replacement in a Sentence

We need a replacement for our old vacuum cleaner.

Where can we get replacement parts for the tractor?

Recent Examples on the Web

Margarita Betancourt, the district’s treasurer, is set to be appointed as Steiger’s replacement on an interim basis. — Austin Horn july 15, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026

Platner's departure from the race puts pressure on the party to choose a replacement candidate who can win over Platner's loyal voters and appeal to independents who are key to Collins' electoral success. — Tamara Keith, NPR, 14 July 2026

New shows have been booked at medium-sized venues In five of the affected six cities, and ticketholders whose money is being refunded will automatically be preregistered for a chance to buy tickets for the replacement dates. — Chris Willman, Variety, 14 July 2026

Guests can hear lectures on modern hip and knee replacement and robotic innovations in urologic care. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing replacement

• estrogen replacement therapy
• hormone replacement therapy
• replacement set
• replacement therapy

Rhymes for replacement

• abasement
• debasement
• defacement
• displacement
• effacement
• emplacement
• encasement
• misplacement
• outplacement
• basement
• placement

Kids Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplā-smənt 

1

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another : substitute

Legal Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment

1

a

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

b

: an insurer's option under a policy to replace or repair damaged property rather than pay the insured for the loss

2

: something that replaces

specifically : a new fixed asset or portion of an asset that takes the place of one discarded (as because of deterioration)