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staff

/ˈstæf/

noun

  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.“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
  5. A pole, stick, or wand borne as an ensign of authority; a badge of office.“a constable's staff”
  6. A pole upon which a flag is supported and displayed.

Similar words: personnel, stave

verb

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

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