The meaning of REPLACE is to restore to a former place or position. How to use replace in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Replace.

REPLACE definition: 1. to take the place of something, or to put something or someone in the place of something or…. Learn more.

Replace definition: to assume the former role, position, or function of; substitute for (a person or thing).. See examples of REPLACE used in a sentence.

3 meanings: 1. to take the place of; supersede 2. to substitute a person or thing for (another which has ceased to fulfil its.... Click for more definitions.

Definition of replace verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Replace, supersede, supplant refer to putting one thing or person in place of another. To replace is to take the place of, to succeed: Ms. Jones will replace Mr. Smith as president.

To replace is to be or to furnish an equivalent or substitute, especially for one that has been lost, depleted, worn out, or discharged: "We can learn to replace turbulent passions with peaceful emotions" (Margaret Visser).

REPLACE meaning: 1 : to be used instead of (something); 2 : to do the job or duty of (someone)

Definition and Usage The replace() method replaces a specified phrase with another specified phrase. Note: All occurrences of the specified phrase will be replaced, if nothing else is specified.

• Your car's in good condition but you ought to replace the tires. • The firm has been dismissing experienced staff and replacing them with younger people on lower salaries.