Also means
replacement (of a player)
Usage Note
Auswechslung is the act of replacing one player with another; each team is typically allowed three per game in league play, five in some cup competitions. The substituted player is ausgewechselt, the substitute is Auswechselspieler.
Examples
"Die dritte Auswechslung brachte frischen Schwung ins Spiel."
Natural Translation
The third substitution brought fresh momentum to the game.
Literal Translation
The third exchange brought fresh swing into-the game.
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