Meaning of the word "opposed to" in English

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opposed to

US /əˈpoʊzd tuː/
UK /əˈpəʊzd tuː/

Phrase

in contrast to; as opposed to

Example:
We decided to go by train, opposed to flying.
He prefers quiet evenings at home, opposed to going out to parties.