English dictionary
stead
/st/E/d/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another
ExamplesCan you go in my stead?
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Place, or spot, in general.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To help; to support; to benefit; to assist.
Source: webster1913