: one that helps
especially
: a relatively unskilled worker who assists a skilled worker usually by manual labor
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The carpenter measured the wall while one of his helpers brought in the tools.
over the summer Chris worked as a carpenter's helper
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Truly invisible helpers:Role reversal: millions of kids care for adults but many are alone.
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Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
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The long silicone-coat handles stay cool during cooking and smaller helper handles ensure a sturdy, comfortable grip, even with oven mitts on or a full, heavy pot of food.
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Medora Lee, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Apparently, in France, Santa’s helper whips children.
—Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2024
The long silicone-coat handles stay cool during cooking and smaller helper handles ensure a sturdy, comfortable grip, even with oven mitts on or a full, heavy pot of food.
—Lizzy Briskin, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
Products & Gear Elevate your toddler’s learning with a safe, stable kitchen helper stool.
—Samson McDougall, Parents, 5 Oct. 2024
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“Helper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/helper. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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helper
noun
help·er
ˈhel-pər 
: one that helps
especially
: a person who helps a more skilled person
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