behind one's back

behind one's back  {adv. phr.}
When one is absent; without one's knowledge or consent; in a dishonest way; secretly; sneakily.
Say it to his face, not behind his back.
It is not right to criticize a person behind his back.
Contrast: TO ONE'S FACE.
Categories: adverb
Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms

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