weave; compile; establishment (staffing)
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesverb
to weave; to plait
Often used for making baskets, mats, or other items from flexible materials like rattan, bamboo, or straw.
This bamboo basket is woven from rattan.
She is skilled at weaving various handicrafts from grass.
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Baskets woven from willow branches are both sturdy and good-looking.
verb
to compile; to draw up; to formulate
formalCommon in professional and administrative contexts for creating plans, budgets, reports, regulations, or curriculum.
The expert panel is drawing up the budget plan for next year.
We need to compile a detailed project schedule.
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This teaching plan was formulated by experienced teachers.
noun
establishment (staffing); authorized strength; complement
formalRefers to the approved number of positions and organizational structure within a company, government department, or military unit. A formal term often used in HR and management contexts.
Our department plans to expand its establishment next year and hire more staff.
The company's authorized strength is fixed; adding personnel requires special approval.
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The military's complement is very strict.