A single word for "in the process of being replaced"
Context:
If a practice is obsolete, it may be in the process of being replaced.
Please provide a single word for "in the process of being replaced".
Preempt has one definition meaning to take the place of; displace
Then there are also these synonyms:
supersede: 1. To take the place of; replace. 2. To cause to be set aside, especially to displace as inferior or antiquated.
supplant: To displace and substitute for (another); this term seems to be replacement through scheming or force
The noun forms would be preemption, supersedure, and supplantation.
The second definition of supersedure is interesting. From Merriam Webster: 1. The act or process of superseding. 2. Replacement of a queen bee that has grown old or weak by one that is younger or more vigorous.
I learned something new!
Maybe obsoleting or obsolescent (as @Robusto suggests) is what you're looking for?
Usage notes:
To obsolete is often used in computing and other technical fields to indicate an effort to remove or replace something.