helpsystem
nounUK /ˈhelpˌsɪstəm/
US /ˈhelpˌsɪstəm/
A help system is a tool that shows you how to use something or fixes problems for you.
When I got stuck in the game, the help system told me which button to press.
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2. A set of people and services that work together to give aid to others.
The hospital's help system makes sure every patient gets care quickly.
3. A feature in a computer program that answers questions about how to use it.
Click the question mark to open the help system.
4. A plan for getting quick aid in an emergency.
Our school has a help system for when someone gets hurt.