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Synonyms

enlistment

American  
[en-list-muhnt] / ɛnˈlɪst mənt /

noun

  1. the period of time for which one is committed to military service.

  2. an act of enlisting.


Other Word Forms

  • preenlistment noun

Etymology

Origin of enlistment

First recorded in 1740–50; enlist + -ment

Example Sentences

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It also lowers enlistment quotas and facilitates exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men who study in religious seminaries known as yeshivas.

From Barron's

Despite this, two farmers said the "critically important" status did not make agricultural producers immune to the call-up, especially as the enlistment drive was redoubled at the start of this year.

From Reuters

The Marines declined to provide specific data on drug waivers for enlistment.

From New York Times

Many pro-government channels on the Telegram messaging app are also pushing posts about enlistment.

From Washington Post

Since Mr. Putin ordered the full-scale invasion of Ukraine last year, the younger Mr. Peskov has been goaded about further enlistment.

From New York Times