in place of

in place of, or as an alternative to

also any copper-base alloy containing other elements in place of tin n

also any copper-base alloy containing other elements in place of tin n a sculpture made of bronze v give the color and appearance of bronze to something v get a tan, from wind or sun

The Designated Drunk will take all offers of toasts, shots, and drinking competitions in place of the Driver. > Random drunk: "Hey dude! Come have a shot with me!" > Designated Driver: "Gary, you're DD

legally take something in place of a debt payment