Meaning & Definition of word "Staff"

Staff

/stæf/

1. A group of people employed by an organization or working on a project.
- Example: The hospital staff worked tirelessly to care for the patients.
2. A long stick or pole used as a support or weapon.
- Example: The traveler used a sturdy staff to help him navigate the rocky terrain.
3. A series of horizontal lines on which musical notes are written.
- Example: The conductor stood before the orchestra, ready to guide them through the piece written on the staff.
4. A rank or position within a military or organizational hierarchy.
- Example: He was promoted to the staff of the general due to his exemplary service.

1. To provide with a staff or group of workers.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: To staff up

● Example Sentence: We're looking to staff up our team for the new project.

Meaning: Staffing agency

● Example Sentence: I found my job through a staffing agency.