Personnel Definition & Meaning

personnel
noun
  1. group of people willing to obey orders; "a public force is necessary to give security to the rights of citizens"
  2. the department responsible for hiring and training and placing employees and for setting policies for personnel management

"Personnel" in song lyrics

See how personnel is used in real songs:

  • "Propel your personnel"
    Binary Star — Conquistadors
  • "Oh, time to go, when it comes to male personnel"
    Digital Underground — Holly Wanstaho
  • "Que se passe-t-il ? Rien c'est personnel !"
    MC Solaar — RMI

Usage tips for "personnel"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "personnel" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for personnel to find words that pair well.

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