aid

B1
Pronunciation
/eɪd/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Help; assistance; succor, relief.

Example Sentences
  • He came to my aid when I was foundering.
2 Definition

A helper; an assistant.

3 Definition

Something which helps; a material source of help.

Example Sentences
  • Slimming aids include dietary supplements and appetite suppressants.
4 Definition

An historical subsidy granted to the crown by Parliament for an extraordinary purpose, such as a war effort.

5 Definition

An exchequer loan.

6 Definition

A pecuniary tribute paid by a vassal to his feudal lord on special occasions.

7 Definition

An aide-de-camp, so called by abbreviation.

Example Sentences
  • The incompetent general's brilliant aid often made priceless suggestions.
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To provide support to; to further the progress of; to help; to assist.

2 Definition

To climb with the use of aids such as pitons.