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Meaning of staff

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

staff

Pronunciation:/ˈstæf//stɑːf/

noun

Definitions

  1. (plural staffs or staves) A long, straight, thick wooden rod or stick, especially one used to assist in walking.

  2. (plural staves) A series of horizontal lines on which musical notes are written; a stave.

  3. (plural staff or staffs) The employees of a business.

    Example: The company employed 10 new members of staff this month.

  4. A mixture of plaster and fibre used as a temporary exterior wall covering.W

verb

Definitions

  1. To supply (a business, volunteer organization, etc.) with employees or staff members.