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Swap in Meaning in English

expression

ˈswɑp/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
SWAH-p in
swˈɒp/ /ˈɪn
swOP in

Definición

To put someone or something in the place of another, usually as a replacement in a schedule, team, or process.

Uso & Matices

Informal and common in workplaces, sports, and tech contexts. Often used with people ('swap in Sarah for Tom') or things ('swap in a new part'). Usually temporary or for a specific purpose. Not the same as 'swap out', which means to remove and replace.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

Let's swap in a new battery for the old one.

basic

If Marcus is busy, can we swap in Amy for him?

basic

We had to swap in a backup computer during the meeting.

basic

Can you swap in Dave while I step out for a call?

natural

When my laptop crashed, IT just swapped in a fresh hard drive and got me going.

natural

Our coach had to swap in a substitute after Jake got injured.

natural