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helper

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of helper

a person who helps a more skilled person

Over the summer Chris worked as a carpenter's helper.

Synonyms of helper

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

Words Related to helper

attendant, servant

auxiliary, legman, subordinate, underling

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

man Friday, right hand

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