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We found a replacement pencil in the drawer.
What does Replacement mean?
A replacement takes the place of something else.
Dictionary definition
A person or thing that takes the place of another.
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Replacement in a sentence
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The coach chose a replacement player for the second half.
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A good replacement must fit the same purpose as the original item.
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What does replacement mean?
replacement means a replacement takes the place of something else.
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Which word is closest in meaning to replacement?
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ri · plays · munt · strongest beat: plays
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MeaningReplacement means A replacement takes the place of something else.
ExampleExample: We found a replacement pencil in the drawer.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- ri · plays · munt
- Strongest beat
- plays
- Ending
- munt
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on plays.
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Synonyms
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substituteUse for something or someone that takes another's place.
stand-inUse for a temporary replacement person.
Antonyms
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originalA contrast because the original is the first item or person.
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Base word
replacement
verb
replace
To take the place of something.
noun
replacements
More than one replacement.
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