Assist
As`sist´
| v. t. | 1. | To give support to in some undertaking or effort, or in time of distress; to help; to aid; to succor. |
| v. i. | 1. | To lend aid; to help. |
| 2. | To be present as a spectator; |
| Noun | 1. |  assist - 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" |
| 2. | assist - (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play | |
| Verb | 1. | assist - 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" |
| 2. | assist - act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function | |
| 3. | assist - 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" |