Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
for
preposition
/fɔr/
Definition
Used to indicate the purpose of something.
Examples
- This gift is for you.
- She went to the store for some milk.
- He stayed late at work for a meeting.
Meaning
The word ‘for’ is a preposition commonly used to denote the reason or purpose behind an action or event.
Synonyms
- in favor of
- on behalf of
- for the sake of