aiding
ˈeɪdɪŋ
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Definition of aiding - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
supportingproviding support or assistance to someone
  • The aiding staff helped the injured players off the field.
assisting helping supporting
2.
progressRarecontributing to the progress or improvement of somethingRare
  • The new policies are aiding economic growth in the region.
assisting supporting

Noun

assistancethe act of providing help or support
  • The aiding of the victims was swift and efficient.
assistance support
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Origin of aiding

Old English, āfēdan (to nourish)

Terms with aiding included in their meaning

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pathogens
single-celled organisms causing diseases or aiding digestion
helps digestion
aiding digestion
restorative
aiding in physical or mental rest
aiding development
designed to aid development
student support
individual aiding students with learning needs
technology
software aiding in language tasks
military
soldier aiding foreign nation with military tasks
advantage
favorable conditions aiding success or progress

Examples of aiding in a sentence

  • Aiding personnel were crucial during the emergency evacuation.
  • The volunteers are aiding the relief efforts.
  • Her advice was aiding his decision-making process.
  • The aiding of refugees became a global priority.
  • Community aiding efforts focused on rebuilding after the disaster.

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  1. French:aidant, aide, ...
  2. German:helfend, Hilfe, ...
  3. Italian:di supporto, assistenza, ...
  4. Spanish:de apoyo, ayuda, ...
  5. Portuguese:de apoio, assistência, ...
  6. Chinese:支持的, 援助, ...
  7. Japanese:支援する, 支援, ...
  8. Arabic:مُساعِد, مُسَاعَدَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:מְסַיֵּעַ, סִיּוּעַ, ...
  10. Russian:поддерживающий, помощь, ...
  11. Ukrainian:допомагаючий, допомога, ...
  12. Hindi:सहायता करना, सहायता, ...
aid
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Definition of aid - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
general helphelp or support provided to someone
  • The organization offers aid to those in need.
assistance help support
2.
financial helpmoney or resources given for assistance
  • The country received foreign aid after the disaster.
assistance support

Verb

1.
general supporttr./intr.provide support or helptr./intr.
  • She aided her friend in moving to a new apartment..
assist help support
2.
financial helptr./intr.assist financially or with resourcestr./intr.
  • The organization aids developing countries with funds.
fund subsidize support
3.
climbingintr.TECH.use tools to assist in climbingintr.TECH.
  • He aided his ascent with ropes and pitons.
assist support
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Expressions with aid

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help someone in need or danger
She came to his aid during the crisis.
help someone in need or trouble
The lifeguard came to the aid of the drowning swimmer.
to raise funds for a cause or organization
The charity run was held in aid of cancer research.
provide support and assistance to someone
They gave aid and comfort to the flood victims.
person helping others in need, often abroad
The aid worker traveled to assist in the refugee camp.
immediate help for injuries or sudden illness
She gave first aid after the accident.

Origin of aid

Latin, adiuvare (to help)

Examples of aid in a sentence

  • The government provided aid to the unemployed.
  • The NGO provided aid to the flood victims.
  • Educational aid is crucial for developing countries.
  • The hearing aid improved her quality of life.
  • A walking aid can help with mobility issues.
  • Proper aids are essential for effective horse training.

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  1. French:aide, aider, ...
  2. German:Hilfe, helfen, ...
  3. Italian:aiuto, assistere, ...
  4. Spanish:ayuda, ayudar, ...
  5. Portuguese:ajuda, ajudar, ...
  6. Chinese:援助, 协助, ...
  7. Japanese:援助, 助ける, ...
  8. Arabic:مُسَاعَدَة, ساعَدَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:סִיּוּעַ, לַעֲזֹר, ...
  10. Russian:помощь, помогать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:допомога, допомагати, ...
  12. Hindi:सहायता, मदद करना, ...

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