helping
Americannoun
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the act of a person or thing that helps.
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a portion of food served to a person at one time.
That's his third helping of ice cream.
adjective
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of helping
First recorded in 1175–1225; Middle English; see origin at help, -ing 1, -ing 2
Vocabulary lists containing helping
Example Sentences
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For the time being, Paintsil is funding much of the academy’s work on his $4.5-million salary with the Galaxy, although Herbalife, the team’s longtime shirt sponsor, is helping with a sports nutrition program.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
There will be £20m for environmental schemes and reducing emissions, including helping to restore peatlands and biodiversity on its estates.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
The person worked for a contractor helping to develop the company’s Starbase complex and died after a fall, people familiar with the matter said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Scientists in South Korea say a probiotic bacterium found in kimchi may help the body get rid of nanoplastics by binding to the particles inside the intestine and helping remove them through waste.
From Science Daily • May 18, 2026
“Did you get my text about helping us organize a regatta?” he asks.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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