247 Give someone a hand

(PW) help

I couldn’t work my regular hours. A co-worker gave me a hand and switched schedules with me.

 

(allwords)

verb to give (someone) a hand

1. (idiom) To help, aid, or assist.

Could you please give me a hand carrying this mattress?

2. (idiom) To applaud or clap (also to give (someone) a big hand).

Please give all our dedicated volunteers a hand for their hard work.