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assistance
noun as·sis·tance \ə-ˈsis-tən(t)s\
: the act of helping or assisting someone : help or support
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14th century
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assistance
noun as·sis·tance \ə-ˈsi-stəns\
Definition of ASSISTANCE for Kids
1
: the act of helping <I need assistance in moving the boxes.>
2
: the help given <financial assistance>
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