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staff member
/ˈstæf ˈmɛmbər/
employee of an organization
The hotel hired a new staff member to handle customer inquiries.
A new employee was added to the hotel's team to assist guests.
formal
An individual employed by an organization or company, typically as part of a larger team or workforce.
The hospital has over 500 staff members across various departments.
The hospital employs more than 500 people in different roles.
As a staff member, she was responsible for managing the front desk.
In her role, she oversaw the reception area.
The term is commonly used in formal and professional settings to refer to employees collectively or individually.
Collocations
hire a staff memberto employ someonededicated staff memberan employee committed to their role
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
In formal contexts, 'staff member' is preferred over 'employee' when referring to individuals in a collective sense.
Gold Rule
Avoid Redundancy
Do not use 'staff member' when 'employee' or 'worker' is sufficient, as it can sound overly formal or repetitive.
Word Origin
From 'staff' (a group of employees) + 'member' (a part of a group). The phrase has been used since the early 20th century to describe individuals within an organization.
Usage Notes
The phrase is neutral and can refer to any level of employee, from entry-level to senior positions. It is often used in job postings, organizational charts, and workplace communications.
Word Breakdown
staff
a group of people working together
rootmember
an individual part of a group
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