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Meaning of Recruit
The primary meaning of the word "recruit" is to enlist or engage someone for a particular task, organization, or purpose.
Definitions
- To enlist or engage someone for a particular task, organization, or purpose
- * A person who has recently joined an organization, especially the military
- * To find and engage new people to join an organization or support a cause
Etymology of Recruit
The word "recruit" comes from the French "recrute", which is derived from the Latin "recrescere", meaning "to grow again"
Historically, the term was used to describe the process of replenishing or reinforcing military forces with new soldiers
Over time, the usage of the word has expanded to include recruitment in various contexts, such as business, sports, and education
Example Uses
- The company is recruiting new employees to fill the vacant positions
- * The army recruits young men and women to serve their country
- * The charity is recruiting volunteers to help with the fundraising event