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enlist

The correct spelling is enlist.

How to pronounce enlist

noun

IPA: /ɪnˈlɪst/

Say it like: Enl-ist

The correct spelling is enlist. One who is enlisted, usually in a military service. For example: "The army wants potential soldiers to enlist."

Usage Examples

The army wants potential soldiers to enlist.

We enlisted fifty new members.

They enlisted the government's support.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.One who is enlisted, usually in a military service.

verb

  1. 1.To enter on a list; to enroll; to register.
  2. 2.To join a cause or organization, especially military service.
  3. 3.To recruit the aid or membership of others.
  4. 4.To secure; to obtain.

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