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visual aid

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noun

  • visual aids
    plural
  1. any of various materials depending on the sense of sight, as films, slides, photographs, etc., used as aids in teaching.


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Origin of visual aid

First recorded in 1910–15

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"It's not about seeing the disability aid or the visual aid," he said.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2025

Rim a glass with fiery spices for a bit of heat, or add a sprig of thyme or rosemary for a subtle earthy flavor and a stunning visual aid.

From Salon Jan. 13, 2023

Without a peripheral visual aid that would allow him to gauge where he stood, he felt as if he were at practice, not defending his 2019 world outdoor championship.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 18, 2022

Kristen added, “We thought a visual aid might help.”

From New York Times Jul. 6, 2022

Roosevelt looked over the map of South America that was set up as a visual aid.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple

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