replacement

[rɪˈpleɪsmənt]

replacement Definition

  • 1the action or process of replacing someone or something
  • 2a person or thing that takes the place of another, especially in a sporting event

Using replacement: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "replacement" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The replacement of the old machinery with new ones increased productivity.

  • Example

    He was brought in as a replacement for the injured player.

  • Example

    The company is looking for a replacement for the CEO who resigned.

replacement Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for replacement

Antonyms for replacement

Phrases with replacement

  • a medical treatment that involves replacing a missing or deficient substance in the body

    Example

    Hormone replacement therapy is often used to treat menopause symptoms.

  • the cost of replacing an asset at its current market value

    Example

    The insurance company will pay the replacement cost of the damaged car.

  • the level of fertility at which a population exactly replaces itself from one generation to the next

    Example

    The replacement level of fertility in developed countries is around 2.1 children per woman.

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Summary: replacement in Brief

The term 'replacement' [rɪˈpleɪsmənt] refers to the action or process of replacing someone or something, or a person or thing that takes the place of another. It is commonly used in the context of sports events, where a replacement player is brought in for an injured one. The term also extends into phrases like 'replacement therapy,' which refers to a medical treatment that involves replacing a missing or deficient substance in the body.

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