English

aid

eɪd
Meaning: help or support, especially in the form of money or supplies
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

The government sent humanitarian aid to the region.
The government sent humanitarian aid to the region.
He works for an international aid organization.
He works for an international aid organization.
After the flood, humanitarian aid reached the village.
After the flood, humanitarian aid reached the village.
The two belligerents agreed to a temporary ceasefire to allow aid into the region.
The two belligerents agreed to a temporary ceasefire to allow aid into the region.
The NGO is providing aid to the war-torn region.
The NGO is providing aid to the war-torn region.

Usage Notes

Can refer to general help (assistance) or specifically to resources sent to countries in need (foreign aid). As a noun, it is often uncountable.

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