helper

noun

help·​er ˈhel-pər 

: one that helps

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

Synonyms

• adjunct
• adjutant
• aid
• aide
• apprentice
• assistant
• coadjutor
• deputy
• helpmate
• helpmeet
• lieutenant
• mate
• 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

This can put a lot of stress on those helpers, and ultimately up your chances of injury there. —Christa Sgobba, SELF, 17 Mar. 2025

Kira has become the director’s right-hand helper in vocal transcription, direction, production, and leadership. —Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025

But expect to spend about $150, or possibly more, and at least 30 minutes for the hangover helper. —David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025

Read More The Best Handheld Vacuums Lightweight, powerful, and generally inexpensive, the handheld vacuum is the perfect household helper. —Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 24 Feb. 2025

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