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crews

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈkɹuz// UK //kɹˈuːz// crews

n. groups of people who work together to do a specific job. You often use this for people working on ships, planes, or movie sets.

n. organized groups of personnel who perform specialized tasks or operate a vehicle together.


SIMPLE

The flight crews prepare for the long journey.

CONTEXTUAL

Emergency crews worked through the night to restore power to the neighborhood after the storm.

COMPLEX

While the director receives most of the public acclaim, the technical crews are responsible for the seamless execution of the film's complex visual effects.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'crew'; it can refer to multiple distinct teams or be used as a collective noun for the members of a single group.

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