aide (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈeɪd/
Definition
A person who helps or assists someone, especially a political leader, a boss, or a public figure, in carrying out their duties.
Examples
She served as a trusted aide to the senator for many years.
The CEO's executive aide managed his schedule and communications.
He was appointed as a special aide to the ambassador.
How to Use aide
- aide to (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the person or position that the aide assists. — "He worked as an aide to the governor for five years."
- chief aide (collocation)
- The principal or most important assistant. — "The chief aide managed the entire office staff."
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