Replacing: meaning, definitions and examples

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replacing

 

[ rɪˈpleɪsɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

text

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.
Context #2 | Verb

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  • The company is replacing its outdated software with the latest version.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.

See also: irreplaceable, replaceability, replaceable, replaceably, replacement, replacer.