Definition of 'aid'

Noun

1. a resource; "visual aids in teaching"; "economic assistance to depressed areas"
      Synonyms: assistance help
2. the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose; "he gave me an assist with the housework"; "could not walk without assistance"; "rescue party went to their aid"; "offered his help in unloading"
      Synonyms: assist assistance help
3. a gift of money to support a worthy person or cause
      Synonyms: economic aid
4. the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something; "no medical care was required"; "the old car needs constant attention"
      Synonyms: care attention tending

Verb

1. give help or assistance; be of service; "Everyone helped out during the earthquake"; "Can you help me carry this table?"; "She never helps around the house"
      Synonyms: help assist
2. improve the condition of; "These pills will help the patient"
      Synonyms: help

---