Meaning of helper in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhɛlpər/

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  1. Noun

    helper

    Definitions

    1. a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

    Examples

    • « my invaluable assistant »
    • « they hired additional help to finish the work »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)

    Derived terms

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