Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
enlist-the-help-of
phrase
/ɪnˈlɪst ðə hɛlp ʌv/
Definition
To seek assistance or support from someone.
Examples
- We decided to enlist the help of our local community to organize the event.
- To finish this project on time, I will need to enlist the help of my colleagues.
- She enlisted the help of her parents to move into her new apartment.
Meaning
To involve someone in a task or to ask someone to join in providing help or aid.
Synonyms
- Seek assistance from
- Request help from
- Engage the support of
- Call upon
