staffer

noun

staff·​er ˈsta-fər 

: a member of a staff (as of a newspaper)

Examples of staffer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Coaches and personnel staffers spoke on the condition of anonymity to offer their honest opinions on the players. — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Layoffs are expected to continue throughout the day, with the most significant cuts being made among the ranks of behind-the-scenes staffers. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 21 July 2026

Tuesday’s layoffs come as ESPN also has let go of staffers as a result of a deal with the NFL. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 21 July 2026

Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide. — Lauren Peller, ABC News, 21 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for staffer

• gaffer
• anaphor
• semaphore
• cartographer
• telegrapher

Kids Definition

staffer

noun

staff·​er ˈstaf-ər 

: a member of a staff and especially a newspaper staff