aid
US /eɪd/
UK /eɪd/
1.
help, typically of a practical nature
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The organization provides humanitarian aid to disaster victims.
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He came to my aid when I needed it most.
1.
help or support (someone or something) in the achievement of something
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The new software will aid in data analysis.
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He was asked to aid the police in their investigation.