Helps

noun

/hɛlps/

Word Frequency: 22.9

Definitions

1.nounAction given to provide assistance; aid.

"I need some help with my homework."

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

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

3.nounDocumentation provided with computer software, etc. and accessed using the computer.

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

4.noun(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."

5.nounCorrection of deficits, as by psychological counseling or medication or social support or remedial training.

"He really needs help in handling customer complaints."

6.verbTo provide assistance to (someone or something).

"He helped his grandfather cook breakfast."

7.verbTo assist (a person) in getting something, especially food or drink at table; used with to.

"Help yourself to whatever's in the fridge."

8.verbTo contribute in some way to.

"If you want to get a job, it helps to have some prior experience."

9.verbTo provide assistance.

"Please, help!"

10.verbTo avoid; to prevent; to refrain from; to restrain (oneself). Usually used in nonassertive contexts with can.

"Are they going to beat us? Not if I can help it!"