aid
Translation
help, assistance, support, device
Examples
They sent humanitarian aid to the region.
They sent humanitarian aid to the region.
A hearing aid helps him to hear better.
A hearing aid helps him to hear better.
Grammar Patterns
aid for ((sth./sb.)) The government sent aid for the flood victims.
with the aid of ((sth.)) He can walk with the aid of a stick.
Similar Words
Synonyms: help, assistance, support; Antonyms: hindrance, obstruction
Etymology
From Old French 'aide' (help), from the verb 'aider' (to help), which comes from Latin 'adiutare' (to help).
Memory Tips
Think of 'first aid' – the first help you give in an emergency. 'Aid' is simply help.