ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Helpmate

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Helpmate is a noun meaning A person who supplies help or companionship.

Meaning

A person who supplies help or companionship.

More Meanings

  1. A wife or spouse.
  2. (chess) A recreational problem in chess in which both sides cooperate to achieve a specific goal.

Example Sentences

The host himself was one of those very quiet men whom we usually see linked to the most active helpmates.

Word Forms

Synonyms for helpmate

Depending on context, synonyms include helper, tutor, helpmeet, spouse, consort, mate.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include helpmeet, spouse, copesmate, mate, fellow, associate.

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