Replacing: meaning, definitions and examples

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replacing

[ rɪˈpleɪsɪŋ ]

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The action of replacing something or someone.

Synonyms

exchange, replacement, substitution, switch

Examples of usage

The replacing of old equipment with new models is essential for efficiency in the workplace.
Replacing the injured player with a substitute proved to be a wise decision by the coach.

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work

To take the place of something or someone.

Synonyms

exchange, replace, substitute, switch

Examples of usage

She will be replacing the current manager next month.
The company is replacing its outdated software with the latest version.

Translations

Translations of the word "replacing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 substituição

🇮🇳 प्रतिस्थापन

🇩🇪 Ersetzen

🇮🇩 penggantian

🇺🇦 заміна

🇵🇱 zastępowanie

🇯🇵 置き換え

🇫🇷 remplacement

🇪🇸 reemplazo

🇹🇷 değiştirme

🇰🇷 교체

🇸🇦 استبدال

🇨🇿 nahrazování

🇸🇰 nahradenie

🇨🇳 替换

🇸🇮 zamenjava

🇮🇸 skipti

🇰🇿 ауыстыру

🇬🇪 შემცვლა

🇦🇿 əvəzləmə

🇲🇽 reemplazo

Word origin

The word 'replacing' originated from the Middle English word 'replacen', which came from the Old French word 'replacer', meaning 'to put back' or 'to restore to a former state'. The concept of replacing something has been a common practice throughout history, as people have always sought to improve or update what is in place.