staff (EN)

noun, noun, verb

noun “staff”

1. a long, thick stick used as a walking aid or as a weapon
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   The wizard carried a sturdy staff.
2. (music) the set of horizontal lines on which musical notes are written
   The composer wrote the melody on the staff.
3. a pole that supports a flag
   The national flag was hoisted high on the staff during the ceremony.

noun “staff”

1. all the employees of an organization considered as a group
   The school staff is preparing for the new academic year.
2. a group of officers assisting a commander in the military
   The general met with his staff to discuss the strategy.

verb “staff”

1. to provide (an organization or place) with employees
   The company needs to staff its new branch with experienced workers.
2. to work at or operate (a place or piece of equipment)
   Volunteers will staff the information desk during the event.