Synonyms:
assistant, helper, help, supporter
Meaning: a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose; "my invaluable assistant"; "they hired additional help to finish the work"
Synonyms:
benefactor, helper
Meaning: a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)
Usage examples
His helper thrust the Humming-Bird forward.
By great good fortune, the cook's helper was no other than the peasant girl whom Marianna had saved.
As the heat drew out the inflammation and pain, Cap looked up at the little helper, all his simple dog heart shining in his eyes; the look sank into the child's heart and deepened the tenderness already there. Another step, and a great one, was taken on the blessed road she was to travel.