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

Super Hornet replacement takes shape The F/A-XX is intended to succeed the Navy’s F/A-18 Super Hornets during the 2030s. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2026

In a sauna, dismantling a cabin because a control or heater needs replacement would be a poor outcome. — Christopher Kiggins, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026

One week after firing Superintendent Crystal Hill, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board will meet Tuesday to take its first formal step toward finding her replacement. — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026

Second on the team in WAR [wins over replacement] despite not even getting to 600 plate appearances. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 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)