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to help
01
to give someone what they need
1.1
to make something easier, particularly by improving the situation
Example
The support of our friends has helped tremendously.
Planting more trees can help improve air quality.
It certainly helped that he had connections in the industry.
Seeking therapy can help improve mental health.
It helped to have a mentor to guide me through the process.
1.2
to give someone aid by guiding them, helping them move, etc.
Example
The boat passengers were helped to safety by Coast Guard personnel.
The nurse helped the patient sit up in bed.
She helped the old man to his walker.
He helped her to stand up after the fall.
They were helped across the street by a kind stranger.
02
to give someone or oneself something, especially food or drinks
03
to take something without having permission to do so
04
to be unable to control or stop something, particularly one's actions
Help
01
anything that is done to make a task or process easier or less difficult for someone
02
the action of helping someone who is in a dangerous situation
04
a means of serving
05
a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
help
01
used to express an urgent need for assistance or support
Example
She helped her friend with the homework.
She helped her colleague prepare for the presentation.
The teacher was glad to help the students understand a complex math problem.
I offered to help my neighbor carry groceries into her house.
Regular exercise can help better one's physical health and well-being.
