To exchange
Example: They exchange information between different systems
Definition
"To exchange" means to give something to someone and receive something in return, often involving information, goods, or services. It implies a mutual transfer where both parties actively participate in sharing or swapping their items or ideas.
Etymology
The verb "to exchange" comes from the Old French word 'eschanger,' which in turn derives from the Medieval Latin 'excambiare,' meaning 'to barter or swap.' Did you know that the root 'cambiare' means 'to change'? So, "to exchange" literally implies 'to change with each other.'
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"To exchange" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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