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    Équipages (en. Crews)

    /e.ki.paʒ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The group of members working together, typically in the maritime or aeronautical field.
    The crews of the ships must undergo specific training.
    Les équipages des navires doivent suivre des formations spécifiques.
    The set of material resources necessary for an operation.
    The rescue crews are always ready to intervene.
    Les équipages de secours sont toujours prêts à intervenir.
    In sports, a team of people participating in a competition.
    The canoe-kayak crews have well prepared for the championships.
    Les équipages de canoë-kayak se sont bien préparés pour les championnats.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'to equip' with the suffix '-age' indicating a set or a collective.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    crew team
    A specific group of individuals forming the crew on a ship or an airplane.
    équipe d'équipage
    rescue crew
    A group dedicated to rescue operations.
    équipage de sauvetage
    racing crew
    A team that participates in a competition, often related to water or air sports.
    équipage de course

    Related Words

    team
    Group of people working together to achieve a common goal.
    équipe
    equipment
    Object used to accomplish a task, particularly in a team context.
    matériel
    navigation
    Action of directing a vessel or an airplane safely.
    navigation

    Slang Meanings

    Informal terms to refer to crew members in a humorous context.
    Guys, stop goofing around and focus on the work!
    Les gars, arrêtez de faire les équipages et concentrez-vous sur le travail!
    Use of 'crew' to refer to a group of friends or buddies.
    We're going out tonight with the crew!
    On sort ce soir avec l'équipage!