Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

conscript

noun and verb
/ˈkɒn.skrɪpt/
Definition
A person who is enrolled compulsorily, especially into the military service.
Examples
  • The government decided to conscript young men for the military.
  • During the war, many civilians were conscripted to support the troops.
Meaning
To draft or compel someone to join the armed forces.
Synonyms
  • Recruit
  • Draftee
  • Enlistee
  • Soldier