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personnel

1 of 1noun
/ˌpɝsəˈnɛl/
1

individuals employed in an organization, especially in military or structured environments, who are expected to follow directives

  • The commander addressed all military personnel before the operation began.
  • Emergency personnel arrived quickly at the scene of the accident.
  • The facility requires trained personnel to operate its machinery safely.
  • Security personnel were stationed at every entrance.
  • Medical personnel worked tirelessly during the crisis.
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2

the organizational unit that manages employee-related functions such as recruitment, training, placement, and policy development

  • The personnel department scheduled interviews for the new applicants.
  • She contacted personnel to update her employment records.
  • Personnel is reviewing the company's vacation policy.
  • The personnel office handles onboarding and benefits enrollment.
  • He transferred from marketing to personnel to focus on HR strategy.