verb
Uncommon
interchange
ihn-tuh-CHAYNJ
Interchange (verb) means to swap or exchange two things with each other. Example: “The two words can be interchanged without changing the meaning.”
verb
1
To swap or exchange two things with each other.
"The two words can be interchanged without changing the meaning."
noun
1
A junction where roads or transport lines connect, allowing travel from one to another.
"Take the next interchange to merge onto the motorway."
"The station is a major interchange for three train lines."
How to use interchange
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither to swap things, or a junction where roads or transport routes meet.
Common pairings
motorway interchange
interchange freely
rail interchange
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Word forms
- Plural
- interchanges
- Third person singular
- interchanges
- Past tense
- interchanged
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The two words can be _____ without changing the meaning.
Etymology
From Old French entrechange, formed from "inter-" ("between") + "change."
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What does “interchange” mean?
The word “interchange” means to swap or exchange two things with each other. In plain terms, either to swap things, or a junction where roads or transport routes meet.
How do you pronounce “interchange”?
“Interchange” is pronounced ihn-tuh-CHAYNJ (/ɪntɚˈt͡ʃeɪnd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “interchange” in a sentence?
Here is “interchange” used in a sentence: “The two words can be interchanged without changing the meaning.”
What is another word for “interchange”?
Words with a similar meaning to “interchange” include swap, trade and mix.
What is the opposite of “interchange”?
The opposite of “interchange” — its antonyms — is outerchange.
What part of speech is “interchange”?
Depending on how it is used, “interchange” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “interchange” come from?
The word “interchange” comes from Old French. From Old French entrechange, formed from "inter-" ("between") + "change.".
Is “interchange” a common word?
“Interchange” is an uncommon word in modern English.
