Definition

A person who helps or supports someone in a task or activity.

Example

The teacher had an assistor to help with the students during the exam.

Conversation

I heard you got a new job as an assistor at the community center.

Yeah, it’s really rewarding to help people in need.

That sounds amazing! What kind of tasks do you handle as an assistor?

Mostly organizing events and providing support to the staff.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Assistor is formed from "assister" (from Latin "assistere", meaning to stand by or assist) and the suffix "-or" (meaning one who). The word "assistor" refers to one who stands by to help or assist.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'stands by' ('assister') to help others — that's what an assistor does.

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