aid
Speech parts
1. aid - Noun
2. aid - Verb
3. Aid - Proper noun
Meaning
To support, either by furnishing strength or means in cooperation to effect a purpose, or to prevent or to remove evil; to help; to assist.
Help; succor; assistance; relief.
The person or thing that promotes or helps in something done; a helper; an assistant.
A subsidy granted to the king by Parliament; also, an exchequer loan.
A pecuniary tribute paid by a vassal to his lord on special occasions.
An aid-de-camp, so called by abbreviation; as, a general's aid.
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no medical care was required
the old car needs constant attention
he gave me an assist with the housework
could not walk without assistance
rescue party went to their aid
offered his help in unloading