assist

Noun

• (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play

• 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
    

Verb

• 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
    

• act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function

• 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
    

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  aid , assistance , help , serve , attend to , wait on , attend