helper

noun

help·​er ˈhel-pər 

: one that helps

especially : a relatively unskilled worker who assists a skilled worker usually by manual labor

Synonyms of helper

• assistant
• aide
• aid
• apprentice
• adjutant
• deputy
• sidekick

Examples of helper in a Sentence

The carpenter measured the wall while one of his helpers brought in the tools.

over the summer Chris worked as a carpenter's helper

Recent Examples on the Web

Rose is a helper, an idealist desperate for a better world, which for her means decarbonizing the economy by building a better society in the process. — Literary Hub, 21 July 2026

After a reboot, a receiver can restart the malware and reconnect its privileged helper. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Their long-time helper Lance Abramson is also still on staff. — Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 19 July 2026

These are software built for personal conversation, emotional connection, the feeling of being heard, an entirely different animal from the homework helpers. — Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing helper

• helper T cell
• plumber's helper
• T-helper cell

Kids Definition

helper

noun

help·​er ˈhel-pər 

: one that helps

especially : a person who helps a more skilled person