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

Painting countertops is a cost-effective way to refresh your kitchen without the hassle of replacement. —Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 28 Apr. 2026

In some cases, this amount is enough to offset replacement costs. —Alora Bopray, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026

Those investments should focus not only on replacement materials, but also on reuse systems and product redesign that reduce plastic use in the first place. —Justin Zorn, STAT, 28 Apr. 2026

Built by L3Harris, it’s funded by the Air Force Research Laboratory and potential replacement technology for GPS. —Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 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)