interchangeable
adjective
in·ter·change·able
ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl 
: capable of being interchanged
especially
: permitting mutual substitution
interchangeable parts
Examples of interchangeable in a Sentence
the concept of interchangeable parts revolutionized the mass production of manufactured goods
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These terms aren’t interchangeable; a watch means hurricane conditions are possible—usually within 48 hours—while a warning means they’re expected, typically within 36 hours.
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Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
This versatile tool features interchangeable barrels, brushes, and drying attachments for customizable styling.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
This machine has an 8-inch screen, a light-up marquee with interchangeable art, and a joystick with six face buttons.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 26 June 2025
Simon's daughter says the over-ear pads are very comfortable (there are interchangeable on-ear pads).
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Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
This versatile tool features interchangeable barrels, brushes, and drying attachments for customizable styling.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
This machine has an 8-inch screen, a light-up marquee with interchangeable art, and a joystick with six face buttons.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 26 June 2025
Simon's daughter says the over-ear pads are very comfortable (there are interchangeable on-ear pads).
—Simon Hill Adrienne So, Wired News, 6 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for interchangeable
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“Interchangeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interchangeable. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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