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Action given to provide assistance; aid.

Example: I need some help with my homework.

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

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

Documentation provided with computer software, etc. and accessed using the computer.

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

(usually uncountable) One or more people employed to help in the maintenance of a house or the operation of a farm or enterprise.

Example: Most of the hired help is seasonal, for the harvest.

To provide assistance to (someone or something).

Example: He helped his grandfather cook breakfast.

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

Example: Help yourself to whatever's in the fridge.

To contribute in some way to.

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

To provide assistance.

Example: Please, help!

A cry of distress or an urgent request for assistance

Example: — Take that, you scoundrel. — Help! Robin, help!