noun
- plural of helpline; telephone services that provide information, advice, or support to callers on specific topics or in crisis situations
Usage: typically used in the plural form; common in British English
Examples
- The mental health helplines received thousands of calls during the pandemic.
- Many charities operate helplines to assist people in crisis.
- You can find helplines for various issues listed on the government website.
- The domestic violence helplines provide confidential support 24/7.
- Tech companies often maintain helplines to troubleshoot customer problems.
- Several helplines are available for people struggling with addiction.