instead

instead
/in sted"/, adv.
1. as a substitute or replacement; in the place or stead of someone or something: We ordered tea but were served coffee instead.
2. in preference; as a preferred or accepted alternative: The city has its pleasures, but she wished instead for the quiet of country life.
3. instead of, in place of; in lieu of: You can use milk instead of cream in this recipe.
[1175-1225; ME; orig. phrase in stead in place]

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