enlistment
|en/list/ment|
B2
/ɪnˈlɪstmənt/
(enlist)
enroll or seek help
Etymology
Etymology Information
'enlistment' originates from the French word 'enlister', where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'liste' meant 'list'.
Historical Evolution
'enlister' transformed into the English word 'enlist', and eventually became 'enlistment' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to enter a list or register', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'joining the military'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of enrolling or being enrolled in the armed services.
His enlistment in the army was a decision he made after high school.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41