Replacing: meaning, definitions and examples
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replacing
[ rɪˈpleɪsɪŋ ]
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.
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- The company is replacing its outdated software with the latest version.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.