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lieu Definition and Meaning in English (lieu definition)

noun
Synonyms:steadplacesubstitute
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Lieu definition: The place or position that someone or something has, primarily used in the phrase 'in lieu of' to signify 'instead of' or 'in place of'.

Definitions of Lieu

  1. 1noun(formal)

    The place or position that someone or something has, primarily used in the phrase 'in lieu of' to signify 'instead of' or 'in place of'.

Example Sentences

formal

“He received a cash payment in lieu of the promised bonus.”

business

“The company offered a gift voucher in lieu of a refund.”

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Lieu definition: The place or position that someone or something has, primarily used in the phrase 'in lieu of' to signify 'instead of' or 'in place of'.
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'Lieu' translates to 'lieu' in English. Lieu definition: The place or position that someone or something has, primarily used in the phrase 'in lieu of' to signify 'instead of' or 'in place of'.
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