Crew

/kruː/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or theatrical production.
The crew worked tirelessly to repair the ship after the storm.
A group of people gathered for a specific purpose or activity.
The film crew arrived early to set up the cameras and lights.
A group of friends or associates, often sharing a common interest or activity.
After school, I always hang out with my crew at the skate park.
verb
To provide a crew for a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft.
They decided to crew the ferry with experienced sailors.

Etymology

Middle English crue, from Old French creue, from Latin creare 'to create'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crew cut
A very short hairstyle for men.
ground crew
The personnel responsible for the work on an aircraft, excluding the pilot.
crew member
A person who is part of the crew in a specific activity.

Related Words

crewman
A male member of a crew.
crewmate
A member of the same crew.
crewing
The act of supplying crew for a ship or aircraft.

Slang Meanings

A close group of friends.
I'm chilling with my crew this weekend.
To hang out or spend time with friends.
We were just crewing at the park.