EXCHANGE Synonyms
There are 31 hypernyms of the word exchange. (close relations)
Definition of EXCHANGE
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interchange | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a junction of highways on different levels that permits traffic to move from one to another without crossing traffic streams • mutual interaction; the activity of reciprocating or exchanging (especially information) • the act of changing one thing for another thing • reciprocal transfer of equivalent sums of money (especially the currencies of different countries) verb • put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items • give to, and receive from, one another • cause to change places • reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) | ||||||||
substitute | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another • an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced • someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) adjective satellite • capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team • serving or used in place of another • artificial and inferior verb • put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items • be a substitute • act as a substitute | ||||||||
swap | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an equal exchange verb • exchange or give (something) in exchange for • move (a piece of a program) into memory, in computer science | ||||||||
switch | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit • an event in which one thing is substituted for another • hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure • railroad track having two movable rails and necessary connections; used to turn a train from one track to another or to store rolling stock • a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment • a basketball maneuver; two defensive players shift assignments so that each guards the player usually guarded by the other • the act of changing one thing or position for another verb • change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence • exchange or give (something) in exchange for • lay aside, abandon, or leave for another • make a shift in or exchange of • cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation • flog with or as if with a flexible rod • reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) | ||||||||
barter | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an equal exchange verb • exchange goods without involving money | ||||||||
trade | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services • the skilled practice of a practical occupation • the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers • a particular instance of buying or selling • people who perform a particular kind of skilled work • steady winds blowing from east to west above and below the equator • an equal exchange verb • engage in the trade of • turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase • be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions • exchange or give (something) in exchange for • do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood | ||||||||
change | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another • a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event • the action of changing something • the result of alteration or modification • the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due • a thing that is different • a different or fresh set of clothes • coins of small denomination regarded collectively • money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency • a difference that is usually pleasant verb • cause to change; make different; cause a transformation • undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature • become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence • lay aside, abandon, or leave for another • change clothes; put on different clothes • exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category • give to, and receive from, one another • change from one vehicle or transportation line to another • become deeper in tone • remove or replace the coverings of | ||||||||
commute | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a regular journey of some distance to and from your place of work verb • exchange positions without a change in value • travel back and forth regularly, as between one's place of work and home • change the order or arrangement of • exchange a penalty for a less severe one • exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category | ||||||||
convert | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief verb • change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy • change the nature, purpose, or function of something • change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief • exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category • cause to adopt a new or different faith • score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone • make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something • exchange a penalty for a less severe one • change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change | ||||||||
central | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • in or near a center or constituting a center; the inner area noun • a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication adjective satellite • serving as an essential component | ||||||||
commutation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the travel of a commuter • a warrant substituting a lesser punishment for a greater one • (law) the reduction in severity of a punishment imposed by law • the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: | ||||||||
rally | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm • the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort • a marked recovery of strength or spirits during an illness • an automobile race run over public roads • (sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes verb • gather • call to arms; of military personnel • gather or bring together • return to a former condition • harass with persistent criticism or carping | ||||||||
replace | verbv | |||||||
verb • substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) • take the place or move into the position of • put something back where it belongs • put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items | ||||||||
substitution | nounn | |||||||
noun • an event in which one thing is substituted for another • the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: | ||||||||
truck | nounn | |||||||
noun • an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling • a handcart that has a frame with two low wheels and a ledge at the bottom and handles at the top; used to move crates or other heavy objects verb • convey (goods etc.) by truck | ||||||||
switch over | verbv | |||||||
verb • change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence | ||||||||
telephone exchange | nounn | |||||||
noun • a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication |