Assist - Definition

n 1: the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need
or furtherance of an effort or purpose; "he gave me an
assist with the housework"; "could not walk without
assistance"; "rescue party went to their aid"; "offered his
help in unloading" [syn: aid, assist, assistance,
help]
2: (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good
play
v 1: give help or assistance; be of service; "Everyone helped
out during the earthquake"; "Can you help me carry this
table?"; "She never helps around the house" [syn: help,
assist, aid]
2: act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
3: work for or be a servant to; "May I serve you?"; "She attends
the old lady in the wheelchair"; "Can you wait on our table,
please?"; "Is a salesperson assisting you?"; "The minister
served the King for many years" [syn: serve, attend to,
wait on, attend, assist]