Meaning of the word crew in English

What does crew mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crew

US /kruː/

UK /kruː/

a group of people who work on and operate a ship, aircraft, or train

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The ship's crew prepared for departure.

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The flight crew welcomed passengers aboard.

Synonym:

team squad gang unit force

a group of people working together on a film or television production

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The film crew worked tirelessly to finish the movie.

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The news crew arrived at the scene of the accident.

Synonym:

team unit squad gang

to serve as a member of a crew

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He learned to crew a sailboat at a young age.

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They will crew the new research vessel.

Synonym:

man staff operate

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