replace
UK: rɪˈpleɪs | US: rɪˈpleɪs
vt. to take the place of something or someone
vt. to put something back in its original position
vt. to provide a substitute for something
replace = re<again/back> + place<put>
- re: A Latin prefix meaning "again" or "back," indicating repetition or restoration.
- place: Derived from Old French placer (to put), from Latin platea (broad street, open space), ultimately from Greek plateia (broad way).
Etymology Origin:
The word "replace" combines the Latin prefix re- (signifying repetition or return) with place (to put or position). It originally meant "to put back in position" (e.g., replacing a book on a shelf) and later expanded to mean "to substitute" (e.g., replacing an old machine with a new one). The logic reflects a cyclical action—either restoring something to its original state or filling a void with an alternative.
She decided to replace the broken vase with a new one.
The manager will replace the outdated software next week.
Can you replace the books on the shelf after reading?
The team replaced the injured player with a rookie.
Batteries must be replaced every six months for optimal performance.