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RECRUIT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Recruit.

How to pronounce recruit:

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Recruit - as a noun

A recently enlisted soldier

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
military recruit
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enlisted man
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any new member or supporter (as in the armed forces)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enlistee8

Recruit - as a verb

Register formally as a participant or member

Example: "The party recruited many new members"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enrol5enroll6enter5inscribe12raise5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
register9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Seek to employ

Example: "The lab director recruited an able crew of assistants"

Cause to assemble or enlist in military

Example: "Raise an army"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
levy10raise5

Example Sentences

"The military is in need of new recruits to join their ranks."
"She was a talented recruit who quickly rose through the ranks."
"The company is looking to hire more recruits to expand their workforce."
"He was a new recruit and still needed to undergo training."
"The college football team had a successful recruitment season, gaining many skilled recruits."
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Word Game Points

Is RECRUIT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, recruit is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RECRUIT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is RECRUIT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, recruit is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RECRUIT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is RECRUIT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, recruit is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RECRUIT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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