Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Give a hand

assist

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "give a hand" is assist. It is an informal expression that means to help someone with something, especially by providing physical assistance. The idiom is thought to have originated in the 16th century, and it is believed to be a reference to the act of literally giving someone your hand to help them.

The other options for the meaning of the idiom are incorrect. Donate an organ does not mean to assist someone. Encourage does not mean to assist someone. Clap hands does not mean to assist someone.