a person who ranks below a senior person 助理 the managing director and his assistant. 总经理和他的助理。 [as modifier]an assistant manager. 助理经理。 ■[with adj.or noun modifier]a person who helps in particular work 助手,帮手 a care assistant. 护理员。
语源
late Middle English : from Old French, or from medieval Latin assistent- 'taking one's stand beside', from the verb assistere (see assist)