noun
A person who helps another person or helps with a job or activity.
The teacher asked for a helper in the classroom.
My brother was a great helper when we moved.
Good to know
A helper is a person. Use helpful for someone or something that gives useful help: “This guide is helpful.”
Common phrases & grammar
a volunteer helper · a reliable helper · a classroom helper · a kitchen helper
a helper for + person or group
a helper at/in + place