Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conscribe
verb
/kənˈskraɪb/
Definition
To enroll or draft someone into military service.
Examples
- The government decided to conscribe eligible young men for the upcoming conflict.
- Many nations have a history of conscribing citizens during major wars.
- He was conscribed into the army despite his initial objections.
Meaning
The act of officially recruiting individuals for military duty, often during times of war or national emergency.
Synonyms
- draft
- enlist
- recruit
