English

assistant

əˈsɪstənt, əˈsɪs.tənt
Meaning: someone who helps someone else to do a job
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: əˈsɪs.tənt

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Example sentences

My assistant will help you with the paperwork.
My assistant will help you with the paperwork.
The assistant stayed in control of the ship after the captain left.
The assistant stayed in control of the ship after the captain left.
She spoke harshly to her assistant.
She spoke harshly to her assistant.
He was surrounded by obsequious assistants who never dared to disagree with him.
He was surrounded by obsequious assistants who never dared to disagree with him.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for people in supportive roles in an office, shop, or laboratory.

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