stations

/ˈsteɪʃənz/
verb
  1. Assigns someone to a particular place or position for a duty.
    • She stations herself by the door to greet guests.
    • The manager stations the new employees at the front desk.
    • The general stations his troops along the border.
noun
  1. Places where trains, buses, or other vehicles stop regularly for passengers to get on or off.
    • All bus stations in the region have updated their schedules.
    • The train makes stops at three stations before reaching the city center.
    • We waited at one of the busiest stations in the country during rush hour.
  2. Buildings or facilities used for a specific purpose, such as a police station, fire station, or gas station.
    • The fire stations in our town are staffed around the clock.
    • He reported the theft at one of the local police stations.
    • There are several gas stations along the highway for refueling.
  3. Positions or places assigned to someone for a particular duty or activity.
    • The lifeguards returned to their stations after the break.
    • The soldiers remained at their stations throughout the night.
    • Each worker took their stations at the assembly line.
  4. Broadcasting channels on radio or television.
    • I can pick up several radio stations in my car.
    • The news report was broadcast on all major television stations.
    • She listens to music stations while she studies.
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