Behalf

/bɪˈhæf/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Interest, benefit, or support for someone.

She spoke on behalf of the entire team during the meeting.

Representation or action for someone.

The lawyer acted on behalf of his client.

Old English behǣf, meaning 'by (one's) side, in the place of'.

on behalf of

In the interest of or as a representative of someone.

for your behalf

For your benefit or advantage.

in my behalf

In my name or for my sake.

sake

The benefit or interest of someone.

represent

To act or speak for someone.