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Definition stead in British English

stead noun

noun
/sted/
1

to do something that someone else usually does or was going to do

Example

She offered to go in his stead.

Synonyms and related words
replace change renew
2

to be useful or helpful to someone

Example

It’s a useful experience which will stand you in good stead later in life.

Synonyms and related words
help assist support
Definition stead in British English