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noun help·er \ ˈhel-pər \
|Updated on: 12 Jul 2018

Definition of helper

: one that helps; especially : a relatively unskilled worker who assists a skilled worker usually by manual labor

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Examples of helper in a Sentence

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

  2. over the summer Chris worked as a carpenter's helper

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First Known Use of helper

13th century

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helper Synonyms

Synonyms

adjunct, adjutant, aid, aide, apprentice, assistant, coadjutor, deputy, helpmate, helpmeet, lieutenant, sidekick;

Related Words

attendant, servant;

auxiliary, legman, subordinate, underling;

employee (also employe), hand, help, hireling, laborer, worker;

man Friday, right hand;

aide-de-camp;

HELPER Defined for English Language Learners

helper

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Definition of helper for English Language Learners

  • : someone who helps another person with a job or task

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