helping hand

noun

1. aid; assistance.

   to give the destitute a helping hand.

helping hand

noun

1. assistance

   many people lent a helping hand in making arrangements for the party

Word History and Origins

Origin of helping hand¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Idioms and Phrases

see under lend a hand.

Example Sentences

Our bodies naturally fight viruses and infection, but we can also give it a helping hand with the right medication.

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At the time, Norris was in danger of being knocked out - which would have meant qualifying out of the top 10 and giving Piastri a massive helping hand in the championship.

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O'Neill was pleased his players came through the test, even if they had a helping hand.

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Spurs were scintillating on their visit here last November and inflicted a 4-0 thrashing, but they were given a helping hand on this occasion and it was one they gleefully accepted.

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Aidan is a skilled builder, but when it comes to the place Carrie bought for the two of them, he is never there to lend a helping hand.

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