help along
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To euthanize.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Max could no longer move his hind legs and was defecating all over the floor, so Jeff thought it was time to help him along.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “help along” mean?
To euthanize.
Is “help along” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.