helper

noun help·er \ˈhel-pər\

: someone who helps another person with a job or task

Full Definition of HELPER

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

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13th century

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

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