assistant - definition of assistant by The Free Dictionary
as·sis·tant (ə-sĭs′tənt) n. One that assists; a helper. adj. 1. Holding an auxiliary position; subordinate. 2. Giving aid; auxiliary. assistant (əˈsɪstənt) n 1. (Professions) a. a person who assists, esp in a subordinate position b. (as modifier): assista...