recruiting
|re/cruit/ing|
B2
/rɪˈkruːtɪŋ/
(recruit)
hiring process
Etymology
Etymology Information
'recruit' originates from French, specifically the word 'recruter', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'croître' meant 'to grow'.
Historical Evolution
'recruter' transformed into the English word 'recruit' during the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to grow again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'enlisting or enrolling new members'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the present participle form of 'recruit', meaning to enlist or enroll someone in an organization or group.
The company is recruiting new employees for the upcoming project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41