crew
Meaning
A "crew" refers to a group of people who work together, especially in the context of operating a vehicle, ship, or aircraft, or in a specific project or production.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "crew" with "team," as "crew" often implies a specific operational role.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
The
ferry's
crew
arrived
early
to
prepare
the
boat
for
the
morning
trip
.
They
checked
the
engines
,
cleaned
the
cabin
,
and
discussed
the
passenger
list
before
boarding
.
Because
the
weather
was
calm
,
the
captain
decided
to
keep
the
original
schedule
.
During
the
crossing
,
the
crew
answered
questions
and
made
sure
everyone
felt
comfortable
.
At
the
small
port
,
passengers
thanked
the
crew
as
they
left
the
ferry
.
Common Phrases
film crew
flight crew
construction crew
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