What is the meaning of assist?

noun

• The activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose.
  • usage: "he gave me an assist with the housework"; "could not walk without assistance"; "rescue party went to their aid"; "offered his help in unloading"
  • synonyms: aid, assistance, help
• Sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play. (

verb

• Give help or assistance; be of service.
  • usage: "Everyone helped out during the earthquake"; "Can you help me carry this table"; "She never helps around the house"
  • synonyms: help, aid
• Act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function.
• Work for or be a servant to.
  • usage: "May I serve you"; "She attends the old lady in the wheelchair"; "Can you wait on our table, please"; "Is a salesperson assisting you"; "The minister served the King for many years"
  • synonyms: serve, attend to, wait on, attend