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Crew

UK /["/kruː/","/kruːz/"]/US /["/kruː/","/kruːz/"]/

Definition

all the people working on a ship, plane, etc.

In simple words: A group of people working together, especially on a ship or airplane.

Examples

  • The film set was bustling with activity as the crew prepared for the next shot.
  • He joined the sailing crew to learn more about navigating the open sea.
  • The ship's crew worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth journey across the Atlantic.
  • She was part of a crew that climbed the highest mountain in the region.
  • The TV crew captured breathtaking footage of the wildlife in their natural habitat.

Usage notes

Use 'crew' to refer to a specific team, often in contexts like ships, planes, or film production. It's neutral and widely accepted in many situations. Avoid using it in casual contexts unless referring to sports teams.

Grammar pattern

crew + object

Memory hint

Think of 'crew' as a 'crew-cut' haircut — a tight group working together.

Collocations

  • experienced
  • inexperienced
  • novice
  • join
  • lead
  • assemble
  • member
  • in a/​the crew
  • cast and crew
  • a member of the crew
  • experienced
  • inexperienced
  • novice
  • join
  • lead
  • assemble
  • member
  • in a/​the crew
  • cast and crew
  • a member of the crew
  • experienced
  • inexperienced
  • novice
  • join
  • lead
  • assemble
  • member
  • in a/​the crew
  • cast and crew
  • a member of the crew

Synonyms

  • team
  • staff
  • personnel
  • gang
  • squad

Antonyms

  • passenger
  • civilian

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'group' or 'team' - 'crew' is often specific to work contexts.
  • Using 'crews' as a singular noun - 'crew' is often treated as a collective noun.