aide

[eɪd]

aide Definition

a person who acts as an assistant to someone more important.

Using aide: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aide" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The president's aide handed him the speech.

  • Example

    She works as an aide in a nursing home.

  • Example

    He hired an aide to help him with his campaign.

aide Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with aide

  • teacher's aide

    a person who assists a teacher in a classroom

    Example

    The teacher's aide helped the students with their assignments.

  • aide-de-camp

    a military officer who acts as a confidential assistant to a senior officer

    Example

    The general's aide-de-camp delivered the message to the troops.

  • a person who provides care for elderly or disabled individuals in their homes

    Example

    The home health aide helped the patient with daily tasks.

Origins of aide

from French 'aide', meaning 'helper'

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Summary: aide in Brief

An 'aide' [eɪd] is a person who acts as an assistant to someone more important. It can refer to various roles, such as a teacher's aide or a home health aide. The term is often used in formal contexts and can be synonymous with 'assistant' or 'adjutant.'

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