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

Mel Melcon/ Getty Images General admission to the rink, including skate rental is $22, for a locker its $5 more, and skate helpers are $6. — Julie Sharp, CBS News, 13 Nov. 2026

Fiala did have the secondary assist on Byfield’s power-play goal, which marked the 300th helper of his career. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Nov. 2026

Some use a circular motion; others like the zigzag approach (best to choose helpers that haven’t consumed wine at dinner). — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 12 Nov. 2026

The second-by-second choreography, with two female helpers directing judges and winners where to stand to the millimeter, added to the clockwork precision. — Mark Schilling, Variety, 4 Nov. 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