ALL meanings of in-stead of
in·stead
I i - adverb in-stead of as a substitute or replacement; in the place or stead of someone or something: We ordered tea but were served coffee instead. 1
- adverb in-stead of in preference; as a preferred or accepted alternative: The city has its pleasures, but she wished instead for the quiet of country life. 1
- idioms in-stead of instead of, in place of; in lieu of: You can use milk instead of cream in this recipe. 1