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

Former President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race over age concerns, only to see his vice president and replacement nominee, Kamala Harris, lose anyway. —Juliegrace Brufke, The Washington Examiner, 27 Feb. 2026

Existing buildings are often priced at 10% to 20% below replacement costs. —Diana Olick, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026

Durbin is a nice sleeper and replacement for Bregman. —Jake Ciely, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026

Bowersox’s replacement is Joel Montalbano. —Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Feb. 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)