interchangeable — able to be exchanged with each other without making a difference
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to be exchanged with each other without making a difference
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪntərˈtʃeɪndʒəbl/
Example Sentences
- The twins are so similar that they're practically interchangeable as actors in this movie.
- These USB cables are interchangeable, so you can use any of them.
- My boss thinks all the interns are interchangeable, but we each have unique skills.
interchangeable
ADJECTIVE[/ˌɪntərˈtʃeɪndʒəbl/]
able to be exchanged with each other without making a difference
a barista holds two identical white coffee cups, preparing to hand one to a customer. The customer reaches for either cup while the barista offers both options with equal confidence. Both cups contain the exact same coffee blend and appear completely identical in every way. Other customers wait in line behind, watching the seamless exchange process. that the two items can be exchanged with each other without making any difference
Interchangeable designs make fashion changeable and exchangeable!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin and Old French elements, combining 'inter' (between) and 'change' (from Old French 'changer', ultimately from Latin 'cambiare', meaning to barter or exchange) with the suffix '-able' (capable of). It developed to mean 'capable of being exchanged or used in place of one another'.
Breakdown
inter- (between, among) + change (exchange, swap) + -able (capable of, susceptible to). The word structure indicates something that can be mutually exchanged or substituted without loss of function.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The twins are so similar that they're practically interchangeable as actors in this movie.”
“These USB cables are interchangeable, so you can use any of them.”
“My boss thinks all the interns are interchangeable, but we each have unique skills.”
“The modular furniture pieces are interchangeable to create different layouts.”
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