Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stead
noun
/stɛd/
Definition
The place or position occupied by someone or something.
Examples
- She took his place in the meeting, acting in his stead.
- The team looked for someone to fill the void left by their leader’s absence, seeking someone to take their stead.
Meaning
Stead refers to the role or position that one thing or person occupies, often used in the context of being a substitute or support for someone else.
Synonyms
- position
- place
- role
- substitute
