mother's helper
Definition
Noun: A person, typically a woman, hired to assist with household tasks and childcare, especially when the mother is present or occupied with other duties.
Usage Examples
- (She assists the mother with childcare and household chores.)
- (A person employed to help with tasks like supervising children or preparing meals.)
Advanced Usage
- "to act as a mother's helper": to perform the role of an assistant in a household.
- During summer break, she acted as a mother's helper for her neighbor. (She provided temporary assistance with children and housework.)
Variants and Related Words
Helper (n): a person who assists or supports someone.
- The helper organized the toys and prepared snacks. (An assistant in general tasks.)
Nanny (n): a professional caregiver for children, often with more responsibility than a mother's helper.
- The nanny took the children to the park while the mother's helper cleaned the kitchen. (Distinct roles: nanny focuses on childcare; mother's helper on household support.)
Synonyms
- Babysitter: a person who temporarily cares for children, often in the absence of parents.
- Domestic assistant: a person employed to help with household chores.
Related Idioms
- A helping hand: assistance or support.
- The mother's helper provided a valuable helping hand during the busy holiday season. (She offered practical support.)
Phrasal Verbs
Help out: to assist with a task or need.
- The mother's helper helps out with laundry and meal preparation. (She provides aid in specific areas.)
Look after: to take care of someone or something.
- She looks after the children while the mother works from home. (She supervises and cares for them.)