Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

relief-worker

noun

/rɪˈliːf ˈwɜːrkər/

Definition

A relief worker is a person who provides assistance and support to individuals or communities in crisis situations, often during emergencies such as natural disasters, conflicts, or humanitarian crises.

Examples

The relief worker distributed food and water to families affected by the flood.
After the earthquake, many relief workers from various countries volunteered to help.
As a relief worker, she spent weeks in the affected areas, providing medical care to the injured.

Meaning

The term ‘relief-worker’ refers to dedicated individuals, usually part of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or international aid agencies, who specialize in delivering necessary services such as food, shelter, medical aid, and emotional support to those affected by adverse circumstances.