Definitions and Synonyms of lieu | Another word for lieu | What is lieu?
Definition 1: the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another - [noun denoting act]Samples where lieu or its synonyms are used according to this definition
- can you go in my stead?
- took his place
- in lieu of
Synonyms for lieu in the sense of this definition
(lieu is a kind of ...) the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
"the function of a teacher" "the government must do its part" "play its role" (... is a kind of lieu ) as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as `on behalf of' rather than `in behalf of')
"the guardian signed the contract on behalf of the minor child" "this letter is written on behalf of my client"
Samples where lieu or its synonyms are used according to this definition
- can you go in my stead?
- took his place
- in lieu of