noun
aide
ayd
noun
1
A person who assists someone, especially in a professional or political role.
"The senator's aide handled all his correspondence."
"A teaching aide helped the students with their reading."
How to Use Aide
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA helper or assistant, often used for political, military, or teaching roles.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "aid" (the verb/noun meaning help or support) — "aide" always refers to a person.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
presidential aide
teaching aide
nursing aide
Word Forms
aides plural
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Etymology
From French aide, "helper," related to "aide-de-camp" (a military officer's field assistant).