interchangeable

adjective

in·​ter·​change·​able ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl How to pronounce interchangeable (audio)
: capable of being interchanged
especially : permitting mutual substitution
interchangeable parts
interchangeability noun
interchangeableness noun
interchangeably adverb

Examples of interchangeable in a Sentence

the concept of interchangeable parts revolutionized the mass production of manufactured goods
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This approach involves designing garments with interchangeable components, allowing consumers to customize and adapt pieces for various occasions. Nell Derick Debevoise, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025 Vernon adds that in some ways, projection and sillage are interchangeable because sillage can be classified as a type of projection. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025 This is the kind of film that feels interchangeable with the streamer’s originals, and often gets an initial sampling. Tom Brueggemann, IndieWire, 3 Feb. 2025 Also, antioxidants are not interchangeable—each is unique and has different pathways and actions. Jennifer Lefton, Ms, Rd/n, Cnsc, Fand, Verywell Health, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for interchangeable

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interchangeable was in the 14th century

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“Interchangeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interchangeable. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.

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