station (EN)

noun, verb

noun “station”

1. a building where trains or buses regularly stop so that passengers can get on or off
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   She waited at the train station for hours, watching travelers hurry by.
2. a regular stopping place along a route where trains or buses stop
   The express train doesn't stop at every station along the way.
3. a place where a particular public service is provided (such as a police station or fire station)
   The new police station was built to serve the growing community.
4. a land location where military or naval activities are conducted
   The army has a station near my house.
5. a company that broadcasts radio or TV
   He listens to the local jazz station every evening.
6. a place where someone is assigned to work or perform a duty
   The chef returned to his station in the kitchen to prepare the next dish.
7. (US) a gas station; a place where fuel is sold for vehicles
   They pulled into a station to refuel before continuing their road trip.
8. (formal) one's social position or rank in society
   Despite his high station, he was humble and approachable.

verb “station”

1. to assign someone to a particular place or position for a task or duty
   The manager stationed an employee at the door to welcome guests.
2. (in the military) to assign military personnel to a place where they will serve
   He was stationed at an air force base overseas for three years.