replace
Translation
to replace, to substitute, to put back
Examples
I need to replace the battery.
I need to replace the battery.
Robots will replace many human jobs.
Robots will replace many human jobs.
Please replace the book on the shelf.
Please replace the book on the shelf.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((with sth.)) to exchange (sth.) for (sth. else) We replaced the old car with a new one.
((sb./sth.)) to take the place of (sb./sth.) The new manager will replace Mr Smith.
((sth.)) to put (sth.) back in its place Replace the lid after you use it.
Similar Words
Synonyms: substitute, exchange; Antonyms: keep, retain
Etymology
From 're-' (again, back) and 'place'. Literally, 'to put back in place'.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting a new item 'in place' of an old one, or putting something 'back' in its place.