crew
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kruː/
KK: /kru/
intransitive verb
Definition
To work as part of a group of people who operate a vehicle or perform a task together.
Example
He decided to crew on a sailing boat during the summer.
Tense Forms
Past: crewed
Past Participle: crewed
Conversation
Did you know I crew for a sailing team last summer?
No way! That sounds amazing!
Yeah, it was a lot of fun to crew on the boat with everyone.
I can only imagine how exciting that must have been!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
manned
staffed
operated
Antonyms
abandoned
deserted
neglected
noun
Definition
A group of people who work together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or in a specific job.
Example
The film crew worked late into the night to finish the project.
Conversation
Did you see the crew working on the new movie set?
Yeah, they seemed really organized and efficient.
I heard they have a great reputation for their work.
Root Explanation
Crew → The word 'crew' originates from Middle English 'crewe', which is derived from Old French 'creue', meaning a troop or a group. It refers to a group of people working together, especially in a specific task or job.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'group' ('crewe') working together on a task — that's what a crew is.
Visually Confused Words
screw
screwy
recrew
decrew
curlew
curfew