Definition of steads:
(n) :
(of a person or thing) The position or function (of someone or something), as taken on by a successor.
(n) :
(figurative) A place as it relates to a role, service, or ability; capacity.
(n) :
(figurative, uncountable) A relational or circumstantial position; standing.
(n) :
(figurative, countable) A place as it relates to situation, circumstance, or status; condition.
(n) :
(Singapore, colloquial) One's partner in a romantic relationship.
(n) :
(archaic or literary) A place, or spot, in general; location.