stead Definition
the place or role that someone or something should have or fill instead of another.
Using stead: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stead" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He took my place in the team and played in my stead.
Example
She will be in charge in his stead while he is away.
Example
The new manager will take up his post in a week's time, in John's stead.
stead Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with stead
Example
I will attend the meeting in your stead.
Example
Her experience in customer service will stand her in good stead for her new job.
to take care of something or keep it under control while someone else is away
Example
Can you hold the fort in my stead while I'm on vacation?
Origins of stead
from Old English 'stede', meaning 'place'
Summary: stead in Brief
'Stead' [sted] refers to the place or role that someone or something should have or fill instead of another. It is often used in phrases like 'in someone's stead,' meaning instead of someone, and 'stand in good stead,' meaning to be useful or helpful in the future.
