enlist

/ɪnˈlɪst/verb

To sign someone up on an official list or roll; to join or recruit into a group, especially the military.

Example sentences

“My grandfather enlisted in the navy when he was eighteen.”
“The charity enlisted dozens of volunteers for the weekend cleanup.”

'Enlist in' the army, but 'enlist' someone's help. Enlisted personnel are distinguished from officers.

Synonyms for enlist

sign up
enroll
join up
recruit

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