Aid: meaning, definitions and examples

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aid

[ eɪd ]

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emergency

Aid is help, such as medical supplies or food, that is given to a country or organization that needs it. It can also refer to financial or material assistance given to those in need.

Synonyms

assistance, relief, support

Examples of usage

The Red Cross provides aid to disaster-stricken areas.
The government pledged to send aid to the hurricane victims.

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help

To aid means to provide assistance or support to someone or something in need. It can involve giving help, support, or resources to achieve a particular goal.

Synonyms

assist, help, support

Examples of usage

The firefighters aided in rescuing the trapped victims.
She aided her friend in completing the project on time.

Translations

Translations of the word "aid" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ajuda

🇮🇳 सहायता

🇩🇪 Hilfe

🇮🇩 bantuan

🇺🇦 допомога

🇵🇱 pomoc

🇯🇵 援助 (えんじょ)

🇫🇷 aide

🇪🇸 ayuda

🇹🇷 yardım

🇰🇷 도움

🇸🇦 مساعدة

🇨🇿 pomoc

🇸🇰 pomoc

🇨🇳 帮助 (bāngzhù)

🇸🇮 pomoč

🇮🇸 aðstoð

🇰🇿 көмек

🇬🇪 დახმარება

🇦🇿 yardım

🇲🇽 ayuda

Word origin

The word 'aid' originated in the 15th century from the Old French word 'aide', which means 'help'. It has been used in English to refer to assistance or support provided to those in need, especially during emergencies or crises.