aids Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. 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.
  2. noun a resource
    aid; assistance; help.
    • visual aids in teaching
  3. 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
  4. noun money to support a worthy person or cause
    economic aid; aid; financial aid.
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. verb improve the condition of
    aid; help.
    • These pills will help the patient

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