assistant

Definition

  • noun: a person who helps someone
  • noun: a person who 'assists'
  • synonyms: accessory, acolyte, adjutant

Examples

  • a dental 'assistant' [=a person whose job is to help a dentist]

  • She works as a 'sales assistant' [='salesclerk'] at Macy's.

  • a wealthy executive who has a personal 'assistant'

Movie quotes

  • (..) Downloading latest episode of Where Are My Pants? Where are you getting "pants" from? You know what I want! Hi, this is Lord Business' assistant. He would like you to come to his office immediately. - Thanks. - You are welcome, sir. - Disable the shield. (..)
    2014 The Lego Movie