Recruit

/rɪˈkruːt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a new member of a group or organization, especially in a military context.

The recruit was excited to begin training with his new unit.

a newly employed worker or member.

Each recruit received a welcome package on their first day at the company.

verb

to enlist in the armed forces or to seek to employ new workers.

The army aims to recruit more soldiers this year.

to find and attract new members to an organization or group.

The company hopes to recruit talented individuals during the job fair.

to establish or form a group or team.

The coach is working hard to recruit new players for the upcoming season.

The word 'recruit' comes from Middle French 'recruter', which is derived from 're' meaning 'again' and 'cruter' meaning 'to grow'.

recruit someone

To sign up or hire someone for a role.

recruitment drive

An organized effort to attract new members or employees.

enlist

To enroll in the armed forces.

hiring

The process of seeking and employing new workers.

New guy

He's the new recruit, still figuring things out.

Fresh meat

The team has a couple of fresh meat recruits this season.