aided
|aid-ed|
B1
/ˈeɪdɪd/
(aid)
help or support
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aid' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'aidier', where 'aidier' meant 'to help or assist'.
Historical Evolution
'aidier' transformed into the Middle English word 'aiden', and eventually became the modern English word 'aid'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to help or assist', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'aid'.
The organization aided the victims of the disaster.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39