ask someone to handle something on one's behalf; handle something for someone else
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesverb
ask someone to do something on one's behalf
This sense is used when the speaker requests another person to handle a task for them, often because they are unable to do it themselves. It implies a polite request or entrustment.
I have a business trip tomorrow, so I'll have to trouble you to handle the meeting for me.
The document is ready; please hand it in for me.
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My child is sick; could you please attend tomorrow's parent-teacher meeting on my behalf?
verb
handle something on behalf of someone else
This sense is used when the speaker takes the initiative to do something for another person, often to help them out or to show courtesy. The person being helped may or may not have explicitly requested it.
You're getting on in years; let me handle these heavy chores for you.
He's too busy with work; I'll write this report for him.
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This small matter, I'll take care of it for you; don't be polite.