Meaning of the word "on behalf of" in English

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on behalf of

US /"ɑːn bɪˈhæf ɑːv"/

UK /"ɑːn bɪˈhæf ɑːv"/

as a representative of someone or something

Example:

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She accepted the award on behalf of her team.

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I'm calling on behalf of Mr. Smith.

Synonym:

for in the name of as a representative of on account of

for the benefit or advantage of

Example:

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We are raising funds on behalf of the local charity.

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He made a sacrifice on behalf of his family.

Synonym:

for the sake of in the interest of for the good of

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behalf on somebody's behalf