recruiter

[ri-kroo-ter]

noun

1. someone who engages in finding, attracting, or enlisting employees, new members, students, athletes, etc..

   For all his failings as a head football coach, his predecessor had been an excellent recruiter, and many of his players were potential stars.

   If you are underage, a military recruiter will require your parents' permission before you can enlist.

Word History and Origins

Origin of recruiter¹

recruit ( def. ) + -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

Wilder refused to be satisfied in the offseason despite gaining accolades from college recruiters.

From Los Angeles Times

They also reached out to NFL scouting departments and college football recruiters, “just to figure out how talented he was at football,” Gasparino said.

From Los Angeles Times

One of the main recruiters in the scheme promoted by Cyan and other influencers is a special economic zone in Tatarstan, which is where weapons are believed to be produced.

From BBC

Sheard is just glad he can play four Marine League games this season so he’ll have film to show college recruiters.

From Los Angeles Times

One of the main recruiters is a special economic zone in Tatarstan, which is where these weapons are believed to be produced.

From BBC

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