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.
Slang Meanings