lieu

n. Instead of something else, used when something is replaced.; Used when one thing is given or done instead of another.

🇺🇸 /luː/ 🇬🇧 /luː/

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noun

Instead of something else, used when something is replaced.

The class will be held at the gym, in lieu of the usual classroom.

Used when one thing is given or done instead of another.

I will take the cake to the party in lieu of a gift.

Instead of something else, used when something is replaced.; Used when one thing is given or done instead of another.