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crew

1 of 2noun
/kruː/
Forms:crews
1

all the people who work on a ship, aircraft, etc.

  • The ship’s crew prepared for departure early in the morning.
  • All members of the crew were trained in safety procedures.
  • The crew on the plane served food and drinks to the passengers.
  • The captain thanked the crew for their hard work during the storm.
  • After a long journey, the crew finally docked the ship.
2

a group of people with particular skill sets who participate in a common activity

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  • The film crew worked tirelessly to bring the director's vision to life.
  • The airline crew prepared the plane for takeoff.
  • The construction crew built the new bridge ahead of schedule.
  • The movie director hired a talented crew to bring the script to life.
  • They assembled a skilled crew to renovate their historic home.
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3

an informal body of friends

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4

the team of men manning a racing shell