1. | ~ sth/sb 代替；取代to be used instead of sth/sb else; to do sth instead of sb/sth else |
The new design will eventually replace all existing models. 新的设计最终将会取代全部现有的型号。 | |
Teachers will never be replaced by computers in the classroom. 课堂上电脑永远不会取代老师。 |
2. | （用…）替换；（以…）接替to remove sb/sth and put another person or thing in their place |
He will be difficult to replace when he leaves. 他离开后，他的位置很难有人接替。 | |
It is not a good idea to miss meals and replace them with snacks. 不吃正餐，改吃点心，这不是什么好主意。 |
3. | ~ sth 更换；更新to change sth that is old, damaged, etc. for a similar thing that is newer or better |
All the old carpets need replacing. 所有的旧地毯都需要更换。 | |
You'll be expected to replace any broken glasses. 玻璃杯如有损坏，要负责赔偿。 |
4. | ~ sth (+ adv./prep.) 把…放回原处to put sth back in the place where it was before |
I replaced the cup carefully in the saucer. 我小心翼翼地将杯子放回茶碟。 | |
to replace the handset(= after using the telephone) 放回电话听筒 |
