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Enlist Definition & Meaning

enlist
verb
  1. join the military
  2. hire for work or assistance; "engage aid, help, services, or support"
  3. engage somebody to enter the army

"Enlist" in song lyrics

See how enlist is used in real songs:

  • "Recruit, enlist"
    The Cross Movement (The Tonic) — In Not Of
  • "And you to Sis, If you chose to enlist"
    The Cross Movement — Hold it Down
  • "Put up a fist, refuse to enlist"
    Elemental Zazen — No Survivors

Usage tips for "enlist"

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Frequently asked questions

What does enlist mean?
join the military hire for work or assistance; "engage aid, help, services, or support" engage somebody to enter the army
What part of speech is enlist?
Enlist is a verb.
How many definitions does enlist have?
Enlist has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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