crew
UK: kruː | US: kruː
n. a group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or film set
n. the team operating a vehicle or vessel
vt. to serve as a member of a crew
The word "crew" originates from Middle English "crewe," meaning "reinforcement" or "increase," derived from Old French "creue" (growth, increase), which in turn comes from Latin "crescere" (to grow). Over time, it evolved to refer to a group of people "increased" or assembled for a task, particularly in maritime contexts. The modern sense emphasizes collective labor, reflecting its roots in expansion and teamwork.
The film crew worked late into the night to finish the scene.
She joined the crew of a cargo ship as an engineer.
The airline trained its crew for emergency procedures.
They crewed the yacht together during the regatta.
A rescue crew arrived at the accident site within minutes.