replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplās-mənt How to pronounce replacement (audio)
1
: the action or process of replacing : the state of being replaced
2
: one that replaces another especially in a job or function

Examples of replacement in a Sentence

We need a replacement for our old vacuum cleaner. Where can we get replacement parts for the tractor?
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The event had been scheduled as a replacement for the 2026 All-Star Weekend, which had previously been awarded to the New York Islanders. Chris Johnston, New York Times, 22 Oct. 2025 As job replacement fears loom in the minds of American workers because of artificial intelligence and automation, Amazon is reportedly reconsidering its future hiring plans. Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025 In his district, the cafeteria needs repairs even after the emergency replacement of a roof that had a gaping hole in it. Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 22 Oct. 2025 The Baltimore Orioles' season went haywire fast after a disappointing offseason that saw ace Corbin Burnes walk, and with no real replacement added to their pitching staff. Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for replacement

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of replacement was in 1743

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“Replacement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/replacement. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

replacement

noun
re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplā-smənt How to pronounce replacement (audio)
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)

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