interchangeable

adjective

in·​ter·​change·​able ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl 

: capable of being interchanged

especially : permitting mutual substitution

interchangeable parts

interchangeability

ˌin-tər-ˌchān-jə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

interchangeableness

ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl-nəs 

noun

interchangeably

ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• commutable
• exchangeable
• fungible
• substitutable
• switchable

Examples of interchangeable in a Sentence

the concept of interchangeable parts revolutionized the mass production of manufactured goods

Recent Examples on the Web

The tool combines the brand's signature gentle percussive therapy with a set of interchangeable treatment rings to relieve tension in the neck and jaw. —Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 6 Dec. 2024

Mixed Messages: Dogs don't understand synonyms or interchangeable cues. —Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024

The One Series models each feature a sturdy and slim magnesium-alloy frame with interchangeable front shells for personalization. —Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 5 Dec. 2024

Yes, the films were massive cultural phenomenons and the toys/action figures were so cool with The Terminator’s signature sunglasses and interchangeable arms. —Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 28 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above