To produce on a stage, to perform a play.
The local theater group will stage "Pride and Prejudice".
To demonstrate in a deceptive manner.
The salesman's demonstration of the new cleanser was staged to make it appear highly effective.
To orchestrate; to carry out.
A protest will be staged in the public square on Monday.
To place in position to prepare for use.
We staged the cars to be ready for the start, then waited for the starter to drop the flag.
To determine what stage (a disease, etc.) has progressed to
Planned, prepared.
The conman staged the car accident so he could collect the insurance money.
Intended for the stage as in a theater.
The staged performance was good, but I liked the book better.