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like-for-like

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Replacing one thing with another of the same type.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: comparable

Examples

  • The soccer coach made a like-for-like substitution, replacing the injured defender with another defensive player.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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adj

Meaning 2

comparable to the same period in a previous year, at outlets that existed at that period

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: comparable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: comparable — Translations
  • Spanish: análogo — Translations
  • Spanish: equivalente — Translations
  • Spanish: igual a igual — Translations
  • Spanish: equiparable — Translations