Meaning of the word "as a substitute" in English

What does "as a substitute" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

as a substitute

US /æz ə ˈsʌbstɪˌtut/
UK /æz ə ˈsʌbstɪˌtjuːt/

Phrase

in place of someone or something else

Example:
He played as a substitute for the injured player.
We used honey as a substitute for sugar in the recipe.