Aider
/eɪdə(r)/
verbBeginnerCommonGeneral
Meaning
Question
Definitions
1
To give help or support to.
/eɪd/
verbneutralBeginner
General
To help or assist someone.
She aided the elderly woman across the street.
💡 Simply: To help someone.
More Examples
2
The organization aided victims of the disaster.
How It's Used
General
"He aided her in carrying the boxes."
Medical
"The paramedics aided the injured cyclist."
From Old French *aider, from Vulgar Latin *adiutare, from Latin *ad- ('to') + *iuvare ('to help', 'aid').
The word 'aider' has consistently been used to mean 'to help' throughout recorded history, demonstrating its enduring relevance in human interaction.
Memory tip
Think of 'aid' as in 'first aid' – providing assistance.
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