behalf

behalf

noun

Behalf means helping someone or doing something for them. For example, if your mom was too busy to go to the store, you could go on her behalf, meaning you would go to the store for her.

 

Example

1. The lawyer was appearing in court on behalf of his client.
2. I would like to thank you on behalf of everyone in the department.
3. The company donated money to the charity on behalf of its employees.