Definition

In the place of; in the stead; as, A. B. was appointed postmaster vice C. D. resigned.

Other Definitions

This word also has 3 other definitions:

VICE (adjective)

Denoting one who in certain cases may assume the office or duties of a superior; designating an officer or an office that is second in rank or authori...

VICE (noun)

1. A defect; a fault; an error; a blemish; an imperfection; as, the vices of a political constitution; the vices of a horse. Withouten vice of syllabl...

VICE (verb)

To hold or squeeze with a vice, or as if with a vice. Shak. The coachman's hand was viced between his upper and lower thigh. De Quincey.