Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stand-in-for
noun
/ˈstænd ˌɪn fər/
Definition
A person or thing that temporarily takes the place of another.
Examples
- During the rehearsal, she was the stand-in for the lead actress.
- When the manager was out sick, his assistant had to stand in for him at the meeting.
Meaning
To act or serve as a substitute for someone or something.
Synonyms
- substitute
- replacement
- proxy
- deputy
- alternate
