If you refer to the replacement of one thing by another, you mean that the second thing takes the place of the first.
...the replacement of damaged or lost books. [+ of]
Synonyms: replacing, renewal, substitution More Synonyms of replacement
2. See also hormone replacement therapy
3. countable noun
Someone who takes someone else's place in an organization, government, or team can be referred to as their replacement.
Taylor has nominated Adams as his replacement.
The 18-year-old made his debut last week as a replacement for the injured striker.
More Synonyms of replacement
replacement in British English
(rɪˈpleɪsmənt)
noun
1.
the act or process of replacing
2.
a person or thing that replaces another
3. geology
the growth of a mineral within another of different chemical composition by gradual simultaneous deposition and removal
4.
a process of fossilization by gradual substitution of mineral matter for the original organic matter
Also called: petrification
replacement in American English
(rɪˈpleɪsmənt)
noun
1.
a replacing or being replaced
2.
a person or thing that takes the place of another, esp. of one that has worn out,broken down, etc.
3.
a member of the armed forces available for assignment to fill a vacancy or complete a quota; reinforcement
4.
in crystallography, the replacing of an angle or edge by one face or more
5. Geology
the process of very gradual solution and simultaneous deposition by which one kind of mineral is substituted for another
Examples of 'replacement' in a sentence
replacement
Use your consumer rights to demand a refund or replacement.
The Sun (2016)
Many potential replacements are being put off too.
The Sun (2017)
Now finding the right replacement is crucial.
The Sun (2016)
It's difficult to find a replacement.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The store should offer a refund or replacement if this isn't the case.
The Sun (2016)
Remember that consumer law says items sold must be of satisfactory quality, or you can demand a refund or replacement.
The Sun (2016)
In the past five years I have had two hip replacements and one knee replacement.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
I should have a replacement or refund of the 230 it cost.
The Sun (2016)
You should be able to demand your money back or a replacement within 30 days of buying the product if it isn't what you originally asked for.
The Sun (2016)
They have offered a replacement pair or refund if the stitching comes apart.
The Sun (2011)
What often happened was that the new ones became additions to the old ones rather than replacements.
Coyle, Andrew & Stern, Vivien The Prisons We Deserve (1994)
Made a tremendous impact as a replacement in his last two games.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
The other was as a replacement full back.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
The procedure involves the removal and replacement of faulty genes.
The Sun (2016)
They are two of a pool of reserve contestants lined up as potential replacements.
The Sun (2006)
They are now seeking a replacement speaker.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Lack of replacements always meant that the surge could not be sustained.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Shops are obliged to offer a refund or replacement for faulty goods.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The upshot is we need replacements now.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Backing in the long term means replacement.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Have a list of what you know works for you and find replacements if they have worn out.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Items must be of satisfactory quality and fit for purpose or you can demand a refund or replacement.
The Sun (2016)
In doing so it robs another molecule of an electron and this in turn sets out to find a replacement elsewhere.
Erdmann, Robert & Jones, Meirion Fats, Nutrition and Health (1991)
But he has backed his replacement.
The Sun (2011)
His old pair had split last week and the replacements only arrived on Friday.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Talks are on with a couple of possible replacements, say those who watch this one closest.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Today, you can expect to have two healthy meals and one meal replacement juice.
The Sun (2014)
And they are testing the animal's heart valves as a potential replacement for damaged human ones.
The Sun (2013)
He is constantly ill, has had one hip replacement and is waiting for another.
The Sun (2007)
They were all heckled for backing the replacement of Trident and for failing to condemn benefit cuts.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Power can drain away at any moment, triggered by a few bad results or speculation about a possible replacement.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
He joined the squad last week as a replacement but could have been an original choice but for a lack of game time after a knee injury.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Potential replacements are inexperienced.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
In other languages
replacement
British English: replacement /rɪˈpleɪsmənt/ NOUN
If you refer to the replacement of one thing by another, you mean that the second thing takes the place of the first.
...the replacement of damaged or lost books.
American English: replacement
Arabic: اِسْتِبْدال
Brazilian Portuguese: substituição
Chinese: 替代者
Croatian: zamjena
Czech: výměna za nové
Danish: udskiftning
Dutch: vervanging
European Spanish: reemplazo
Finnish: korvaaminen
French: remplacement
German: Ersatz
Greek: αντικατάσταση
Italian: sostituzione
Japanese: 置き換え
Korean: 교체
Norwegian: erstatning
Polish: zastępstwo
European Portuguese: substituição
Romanian: înlocuire
Russian: замена
Latin American Spanish: reemplazo
Swedish: utbyte
Thai: การเปลี่ยน
Turkish: yerini alma
Ukrainian: заміна
Vietnamese: sự thay thế
All related terms of 'replacement'
hip replacement
a surgical procedure involving replacing the hip joint with an artificial implant
replacement bus
A bus is a large motor vehicle which carries passengers from one place to another. Buses drive along particular routes, and you have to pay to travel in them.
replacement cost
the cost it takes to replace or substitute something which is old , broken , etc
replacement engine
an engine used to replace or substitute an older or broken engine (in a vehicle, etc)
replacement part
a part of (an engine, device, etc) used to replace or substitute an older or broken part
replacement value
The replacement value of something that you own is the amount of money it would cost you to replace it, for example if it was stolen or damaged.
lead replacement petrol
a less toxic fuel introduced in 2000 for cars requiring leaded petrol
replacement cost basis
Replacement cost basis is a method of valuing insured property in which the cost of replacing property is calculated without a reduction for depreciation .
hip replacement operation
a surgical procedure involving replacing the hip joint with an artificial implant
hormone replacement therapy
If a woman has hormone replacement therapy , she takes the hormone oestrogen, usually in order to control the symptoms of the menopause . The abbreviation → HRT is often used.
replacement cost insurance
Replacement cost insurance is insurance in which the cost of replacing property is calculated without a reduction for depreciation .
HRT
HRT is given to women and involves taking the hormone oestrogen, usually in order to control the symptoms of the menopause . HRT is an abbreviation for 'hormone replacement therapy'.
Chinese translation of 'replacement'
replacement
(rɪˈpleɪsmənt)
n
(c) (= substitute person) 代替人 (dàitìrén)
(c) (= substitute object) 代替物 (dàitìwù)
(u) (= act of replacing) 代替 (dàitì)
1 (noun)
Definition
the act or process of replacing
the replacement of damaged or lost books
Synonyms
replacing
renewal
substitution
last-minute substitutions
2 (noun)
Definition
a person or thing that replaces another
a replacement for the injured player
Synonyms
successor
double
substitute
She is seeking a substitute while her secretary is on leave.
stand-in
He was a stand-in for my regular doctor.
fill-in
proxy
She sent him as her proxy to board meetings.
surrogate
Leningrad was the third alien city to offer him a surrogate home.
understudy
He was an understudy to Charlie Chaplin on a tour of the USA.
Additional synonyms
in the sense of proxy
Definition
a person authorized to act on behalf of someone else
She sent him as her proxy to board meetings.
Synonyms
representative,
agent,
deputy,
substitute,
factor (Scottish),
attorney,
delegate,
surrogate
in the sense of stand-in
Definition
a person who acts as a substitute for another
He was a stand-in for my regular doctor.
Synonyms
substitute,
deputy,
replacement,
reserve,
surrogate,
understudy,
locum,
stopgap
in the sense of substitute
Definition
a person or thing that takes the place of another, such as a player who takes the place of a team-mate
She is seeking a substitute while her secretary is on leave.
Synonyms
replacement,
reserve,
equivalent,
surrogate,
deputy,
relief,
representative,
sub,
temporary,
stand-by,
makeshift,
proxy,
temp (informal),
expedient,
locum,
depute (Scottish),
stopgap,
locum tenens
Synonyms of 'replacement'
replacement
Explore 'replacement' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of substitution
last-minute substitutions
Synonyms
replacement,
exchange,
switch,
swap,
change,
interchange
in the sense of surrogate
Definition
a person or thing acting as a substitute
Leningrad was the third alien city to offer him a surrogate home.
Synonyms
substitute,
deputy,
representative,
stand-in,
proxy
in the sense of understudy
Definition
anyone who is trained to take the place of another if necessary
He was an understudy to Charlie Chaplin on a tour of the USA.