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
