staffing
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B2
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/ˈstæfɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈstɑːfɪŋ/
(staff)
group of workers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'staffing' originates from the word 'staff', which comes from Old English 'stæf', meaning 'stick' or 'support'.
Historical Evolution
'staff' evolved from the Old English word 'stæf', which referred to a stick or rod used for support, and eventually came to mean a group of people providing support.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'staff' referred to a physical support, but over time it evolved to mean a group of people providing support in an organization.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of hiring and managing employees for an organization.
The company is focusing on improving its staffing strategies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41