An army of trained civilians, which may be an official reserve army, called upon in time of need, the entire able-bodied population of a state which may also be called upon, or a private force not under government control.
Synonym of militsia: the national police force of certain countries (e.g. Belarus).
An establishment of officers in various departments attached to an army, to a section of an army, or to the commander of an army. The general's staff consists of those officers about his person who are employed in carrying his commands into execution.
The grooved director for the gorget, or knife, used in cutting for stone in the bladder.
An arbor, as of a wheel or a pinion of a watch.
A series of verses so disposed that, when it is concluded, the same order begins again; a stanza; a stave.
A pole, stick, or wand borne as an ensign of authority; a badge of office.
A long, straight, thick wooden rod or stick, especially one used to assist in walking.
The employees of a business.
A pole upon which a flag is supported and displayed.
A mixture of plaster and fibre used as a temporary exterior wall covering.ᵂ
A series of horizontal lines on which musical notes are written; a stave.
To supply (a business, volunteer organization, etc.) with employees or staff members.