Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

replace

verb
/rɪˈpleɪs/
Definition
To take the place of something or someone; to put something back in a former position.
Examples
  • He decided to replace the broken window.
  • After the old carpet was removed, they chose a new one to replace it.
  • Can we replace the meeting with a phone call instead?
Meaning
To switch one thing for another or to restore something to its original position.
Synonyms
  • substitute
  • exchange
  • swap
  • displace
  • supersede