Exchange

usgb/ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/
noun

To give something to someone and receive something in return.

I will exchange my apple for your orange.
Visual representation of "exchange" - To give something to someone and receive something in return.

Often appears as...

  • exchange gifts
  • exchange vows
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Mutual Benefit

'Exchange' implies both sides gain something of similar value.

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They exchanged old textbooks to help each other in different subjects.
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Conditional Agreement

Exchange usually requires agreed conditions by both parties beforehand.

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Before heading to the trip, they exchanged their homes for a week.
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