Lieu
/ljuː/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The place or position where something occurs.
She decided to hold the meeting in lieu of the conference room, opting for a more casual setting.
In place of; instead of.
He offered to take a later flight in lieu of the one that was delayed.
A substitute or alternative.
In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations to the local charity.
Etymology
Borrowed from French 'lieu', meaning 'place'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in lieu of
in place of; instead of.
Related Words
place
A particular position or point in space.
location
A particular place or position.
site
A location or place where something is situated.
Slang Meanings
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