Staff

/stæf/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A group of people employed by an organization or working on a project.

The hospital staff worked tirelessly to care for the patients.

A long stick or pole used as a support or weapon.

The traveler used a sturdy staff to help him navigate the rocky terrain.

A series of horizontal lines on which musical notes are written.

The conductor stood before the orchestra, ready to guide them through the piece written on the staff.

A rank or position within a military or organizational hierarchy.

He was promoted to the staff of the general due to his exemplary service.

verb

To provide with a staff or group of workers.

The new restaurant was staffed by experienced chefs and friendly servers.

Middle English, from Old English 'stæf'; akin to Old High German 'stab' staff.

staff meeting

A scheduled gathering of a group of staff members to discuss work-related issues.

staff members

Individuals who are part of the staff in an organization.

support staff

Personnel who provide administrative and logistical support, not directly involved in core operations.

staffing

The process of hiring and establishing a workforce.

staffer

A member of a staff, especially a member of the writing or administrative staff.

To staff up

We're looking to staff up our team for the new project.

Staffing agency

I found my job through a staffing agency.