helping Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal
portion; serving.
- the helpings were all small
- his portion was larger than hers
- there's enough for two servings each
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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
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verb be of use
facilitate; help.
- This will help to prevent accidents
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verb abstain from doing; always used with a negative
help oneself; help.
- I can't help myself--I have to smoke
- She could not help watching the sad spectacle
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verb help to some food; help with food or drink
serve; help.
- I served him three times, and after that he helped himself
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verb contribute to the furtherance of
help.
- This money will help the development of literacy in developing countries
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verb take or use
avail; help.
- She helped herself to some of the office supplies
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verb improve; change for the better
help.
- New slipcovers will help the old living room furniture
