to hold a candle to another: literal to assist him by holding the candle while he works; hence, to help in a subordinate position. not to be able o…
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| 释义 | the world > action or operation > easiness > aid, help, or assistance > aid, help, or assist [verb (transitive)] > help as subsidiary > act as assistant to (6) to hold a candle to another1550 to hold a candle to another: literal to assist him by holding the candle while he works; hence, to help in a subordinate position. not to be able o… second1588 To act as a second or assistant to (a leader). associate1626 transitive. To join oneself to (a person). To act as associate or assistant to. Obsolete. support1886 To assist or reinforce in an action. transitive. To occupy a position by the side of, with the object of giving assistance or encouragement… Subcategories:— attend upon like a servant (2) |
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