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crew

|crew|

/kruː/

group working together

Etymology

Etymology Information

'crew' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'crue,' where 'croître' meant 'to grow.'

Historical Evolution

'crue' transformed into the English word 'crew' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'an increase or augmentation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a group of people working together.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a group of people who work together, especially on a ship or aircraft.

The ship's crew was well-trained for emergencies.

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Verb 1

to serve as a member of a crew, especially on a ship or aircraft.

They crewed the yacht during the race.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40