swap (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /swɒp/

Definition

To give something you have to someone else and receive something of theirs in return.

Examples

• We decided to swap our old car for a newer model.

• Can I swap places with you? I don't want to sit by the window.

• They swapped phone numbers to stay in touch.

How to Use swap

swap X for Y (prepositional phrase)

To exchange one thing (X) for another (Y). — "She decided to swap her small apartment for a house in the suburbs."

swap with someone (prepositional phrase)

To exchange something with another person. — "I'll swap my sandwich with you if you don't like tuna."

swap out (phrasal verb)

To replace one thing with another. — "The mechanic had to swap out the faulty part."

Synonyms of swap

Words with a similar meaning to swap:

• exchange
• trade
• switch
• barter

Antonyms of swap

Words with the opposite meaning to swap:

• keep
• hold
• retain

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