To replace
Example: She replaces the old part with a new one
Definition
"To replace" means to take the place of something or someone by putting another in its stead. It involves substituting an old, broken, or outdated item with a new or different one, as in the sentence: "She replaces the old part with a new one."
Etymology
The phrase "to replace" comes from the Old French word 'replacer,' meaning 'to put back' or 'restore,' which itself derives from the Latin 'replacere,' combining 're-' meaning 'back' and 'placere' meaning 'to please.' Did you know? The idea of 'replacing' originally implied putting something back in its original position.
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"To replace" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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