aids Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles
acquired immune deficiency syndrome.
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noun a resource
aid; assistance; help.
- visual aids in teaching
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noun the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
aid; assistance; assist; help.
- he gave me an assist with the housework
- could not walk without assistance
- rescue party went to their aid
- offered his help in unloading
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noun money to support a worthy person or cause
economic aid; aid; financial aid.
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noun the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
aid; tending; attention; care.
- no medical care was required
- the old car needs constant attention
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verb give help or assistance; be of service
aid; assist; help.
- Everyone helped out during the earthquake
- Can you help me carry this table?
- She never helps around the house
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verb improve the condition of
aid; help.
- These pills will help the patient