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

Those close to Villa say Rogers was worth 14 goals a season, so sourcing a replacement was critical. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 22 July 2026

The Panthers had already moved to protect themselves on the left side, signing veteran tackle Rasheed Walker in March as a potential replacement for Ekwonu. — Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026

The 10 percent global duties imposed under Section 122 of the same trade statute will conclude on July 24, and the administration has expedited its efforts to conclude the Section 301 probes and implement new duties as a replacement measure. — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 21 July 2026

Harris is said to have been involved in picking Feehan’s replacement, SEAL Team creator Benjamin Cavell, who was named showrunner last month. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 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)