replace

US /rɪˈpleɪs/

UK /rɪˈpleɪs/

1.

take the place of (someone or something)

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Computers have replaced typewriters.

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He will replace the current manager next month.

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substitute supersede supplant take over from fill in for

2.

put (something) back in a previous place or position

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Please replace the books on the shelf when you're done.

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He carefully replaced the lid on the box.

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restore return put back

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