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

That’s when the first in a series of helpers rushed to his aid. — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

That leaves us with smart solutions and savvy helpers that are specifically designed to minimize the heat, remove stuffiness, and provide soothing, cooling relief. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 29 June 2026

Doing so could give Meta’s AI assistant a serious boost in the race against ChatGPT and Gemini, since users primarily interact with the glasses by talking to the digital helper. — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 23 June 2026

But even a genius, in the immortal words of Jim Collins, needs a thousand helpers. — Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 20 June 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