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.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

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