English to English noun
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as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as | | Example: on behalf of in behalf of the guardian signed the contract on behalf of the minor child this letter is written on behalf of my client
source: wordnet30
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for someone's benefit (usually expressed as `in behalf' rather than `on behalf' and usually with a possessive) | | Example: in your behalf campaigning in his own behalf spoke a good word in his friend's behalf
source: wordnet30
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Advantage; favor; stead; benefit; interest; profit; support; defense; vindication. | | source: webster1913
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