Helper
[hel-per] /ˈhɛl pər/
noun
1.
a person or thing that or gives assistance, support, etc.
2.
an extra locomotive attached to a train at the front, middle, or rear, especially to provide extra power for climbing a steep grade.
Compare , (def 5).
n.
mid-14c., agent noun from help (v.). Helpestre “a female helper” is recorded from c.1400. The Old English agent noun was helpend.
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[help-fuh l] /ˈhɛlp fəl/ adjective 1. giving or rendering aid or assistance; of service: Your comments were very helpful. /ˈhɛlpfʊl/ adjective 1. serving a useful function; giving help adj. late 14c., from help (n.) + -ful. Related: Helpfully; helpfulness.
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