Interchangeableness: meaning, definitions and examples

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interchangeableness

 

[ ˌɪn.təˈtʃeɪndʒ.ə.bəl.nəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in relationships

The quality or state of being capable of being exchanged or substituted for something else; the ability to be interchanged.

Synonyms

exchangeability, interchangeability, substitutability

Examples of usage

  • Interchangeableness is an important factor in maintaining a healthy relationship.
  • In a successful partnership, there is a certain interchangeableness that allows for mutual understanding and cooperation.
Context #2 | Noun

in products

The capability of parts or components to be replaced by others without affecting the overall function or performance of a product.

Synonyms

compatibility, interoperability, versatility

Examples of usage

  • The interchangeableness of certain components in this machine makes maintenance much easier.
  • One of the key advantages of this product is its interchangeableness with various accessories.

Translations

Translations of the word "interchangeableness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intercambiabilidade

🇮🇳 परस्पर विनिमयशीलता

🇩🇪 Austauschbarkeit

🇮🇩 ketergantian

🇺🇦 взаємозамінність

🇵🇱 wymienność

🇯🇵 交換可能性

🇫🇷 interchangeabilité

🇪🇸 intercambiabilidad

🇹🇷 değiştirilebilirlik

🇰🇷 상호 교환 가능성

🇸🇦 قابلية التبادل

🇨🇿 zaměnitelnost

🇸🇰 zameniteľnosť

🇨🇳 可互换性

🇸🇮 zamenljivost

🇮🇸 skipanleiki

🇰🇿 өзара алмастырғыштық

🇬🇪 შენაცვლებადობა

🇦🇿 əvəzolunanlıq

🇲🇽 intercambiabilidad

Etymology

The word 'interchangeableness' originated from the verb 'interchange,' which dates back to the 14th century. Over time, the concept of interchangeability became more prevalent in various fields, such as relationships and products. The term gained significance in the industrial revolution, where interchangeable parts revolutionized manufacturing processes. Today, interchangeableness remains a key aspect of modern society, emphasizing flexibility and adaptability.