gal Friday
/ˈɡæl ˈfraɪˌdeɪ/
NOUN
1. A female personal assistant or trusted helper
A woman who performs a variety of duties for an employer or organization, often serving as a dependable and versatile assistant who can handle many different tasks.
1.1. Personal or office assistant
A woman who provides administrative, organizational, and practical support to an employer, executive, or professional.
Synonyms
- assistant
- aide
- aide-de-camp
- adjutant
- attendant
- helper
- hand
- employee
- deputy
- lieutenant
- right-hand girl
- girl Friday
Examples
- She relied on her efficient gal Friday to manage daily tasks in the office.
- The executive appreciated the dedication of his loyal gal Friday who always went the extra mile.
- The CEO trusted his capable gal Friday to handle important meetings and correspondence.
Related Words
- adjunct
- auxiliary
- coadjutor
- apprentice
- confidant
- helpmate
- handmaid
- handmaiden
- maid
- maidservant
- servant
- worker
- subordinate
- underling
- sidekick
1.2. Versatile and dependable workplace assistant
A resourceful employee who takes on a wide range of responsibilities and provides reliable support wherever needed.
Synonyms
Examples
- The bustling office ran smoothly with the help of their organized gal Friday.
- In the fast-paced business world, having a reliable gal Friday is invaluable.
- The manager depended on her gal Friday to coordinate schedules and solve unexpected problems.