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help

/hɛlp/

noun

Meaning

  • Action given to provide assistance; aid.

    "I need some help with my homework."

  • (usually uncountable) Something or someone which provides assistance with a task.

    "He was a great help to me when I was moving house."

  • Documentation provided with computer software, etc. and accessed using the computer.

    "I can't find anything in the help about rotating an image."

  • (usually uncountable) One or more people employed to help in the maintenance of a house or the operation of a farm or enterprise.

    "Most of the hired help is seasonal, for the harvest."

  • Correction of deficits, as by psychological counseling or medication or social support or remedial training.

    "He really needs help in handling customer complaints."

Synonyms

aid,
assistance