Interchange Definition & Meaning
interchange
- 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; "Adam was promised immortality in exchange for his disobedience"; "there was an interchange of prisoners"
- reciprocal transfer of equivalent sums of money (especially the currencies of different countries); "he earns his living from the interchange of currency"
- verb
- put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items; "the con artist replaced the original with a fake Rembrandt"; "substitute regular milk with fat-free milk"; "synonyms can be interchanged without a changing the context's meaning"
- give to, and receive from, one another; "Would you change places with me?"; "We have been exchanging letters for a year"
- cause to change places; "interchange this screw for one of a smaller size"
- reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
"Interchange" in song lyrics
See how interchange is used in real songs:
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"zetec parts interchange"
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"used parts interchange"
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"maverick radiator interchange"
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Words that rhyme with interchange
Usage tips for "interchange"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "interchange" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for interchange to find words that pair well.