noun

1. (plural staffs or staves) A long, straight, thick wooden rod or stick, especially one used to assist in walking.

2. (plural staves) A series of horizontal lines on which musical notes are written; a stave.

3. (plural staff or staffs) The employees of a business.

   “The company employed 10 new members of staff this month.”

Synonyms: personnel, stave

verb

1. To supply (a business, volunteer organization, etc.) with employees or staff members.