Meaning of the word displacing in English

What does displacing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

displacing

US /dɪsˈpleɪsɪŋ/
UK /dɪsˈpleɪsɪŋ/

Verb

1.

to take the place of (someone or something)

Example:
New technology is rapidly displacing older methods.
The new factory will displace many local businesses.
2.

to force (people) to leave the area where they live

Example:
The war has displaced millions of people from their homes.
Rising sea levels are displacing coastal communities.