noun
- the place or role that someone or something should have or fill
Usage: formal; often used in the phrase ‘in someone’s stead’
Examples
- She attended the meeting in her boss’s stead.
- The vice president spoke in the president’s stead.
- I’ll go to the conference in your stead if you’re unable to attend.
- The substitute teacher worked in Ms. Johnson’s stead while she was ill.
- He sent his assistant in his stead to handle the negotiations.