interchangeable Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite (mathematics, logic) such that the arguments or roles can be interchanged
    • the arguments of the symmetric relation, `is a sister of,' are interchangeable
  2. adjective satellite capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability
    standardised; exchangeable; similar; standardized.
    • interchangeable electric outlets" "interchangeable parts

WordNet


In`ter*change"a*ble adjective
Etymology
Cf. OF. entrechangeable.
Definitions
  1. Admitting of exchange or mutual substitution. "Interchangeable warrants." Bacon.
  2. Following each other in alternate succession; as, the four interchangeable seasons. Holder. -- In`ter*change"a*ble*ness, n. -- In`ter*change"a*bly, adv.

Webster 1913