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HELPING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Helping.

How to pronounce helping:

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Helping - as a noun

An individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal

Example: "The helpings were all small"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
portion9serving11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
small indefinite amountsmall indefinite quantity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Helping - as a verb

To provide assistance to (someone or something).

Example: "He helped his grandfather cook breakfast."

To assist (a person) in getting something, especially food or drink at table; used with to.

Example: "Help yourself to whatever's in the fridge."

To contribute in some way to.

Example: "If you want to get a job, it helps to have some prior experience."

To provide assistance.

Example: "Please, help!"

To avoid; to prevent; to refrain from; to restrain (oneself). usually used in nonassertive contexts with can.

Example: "Are they going to beat us? not if i can help it!"

Example Sentences

"The helping hand reached out to the injured bird."
"She is a helping daughter who always takes care of her elderly parents."
"The helping professions like nursing and social work require empathy."
"A helping mindset can have a positive impact on those around you."
"The helping attitude of the volunteers was greatly appreciated."
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Word Game Points

Is HELPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, helping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HELPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is HELPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, helping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HELPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is HELPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, helping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HELPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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