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Exchange

Definition

(verb) To give and receive something, often nonverbal, in mutual recognition or understanding

Examples

The brief glance they exchanged conveyed their silent solidarity.
  • We exchanged a nod at the gate.

  • At midnight, Mara and I exchanged jackets outside the station.

  • Can you exchange places with me?

  • After the encore, the singer exchanged smiles with the front row.

Related words

Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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