Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

re-enlist

verb
/ˌriː.ɪnˈlɪst/
Definition
To join the military again after previously serving and completing a term of service.
Examples
  • After a year of civilian life, John decided to re-enlist in the army.
  • Many veterans choose to re-enlist when they feel a strong sense of duty to serve their country once more.
  • She was proud to re-enlist after her break from service, eager to contribute to her unit again.
Meaning
The act of signing up for military service again after having left the service.
Synonyms
  • rejoin
  • reenroll
  • return to service