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US/rɪˈpleɪs.mənt/
UK/rɪˈpleɪs.mənt/
a new thing or person that takes the place of another, or the act of replacing
In context
The shop gave me a free replacement because the phone was faulty.
We need to find a replacement for Lan before she goes on maternity leave.
Online classes are not a replacement for real practice with people.
Words that go with replacement
noun + preposition
- replacement forThe club is looking for a replacement for the coach.
verb + noun
- find a replacementIt took months to find a replacement for her.
adjective + noun
- free replacementDamaged items get a free replacement within 30 days.
noun + noun
- replacement partsReplacement parts for old motorbikes are hard to find.
- hip replacementMy grandfather had a hip replacement last year.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This is the replacement of my old laptop.Correct: This is the replacement for my old laptop.