recruitment
/rɪˈkruːt.mənt /
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: recruitments
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The process or art of finding candidates for a post in an organization, or recruits for the armed forces.
Noun
Examples
'The recruitment of 72 new drivers means that we will have the resource to deliver additional services' said the spokesman.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A style or process of recruiting.
Noun
Examples
Tebow's and Bradford's production and leadership are undeniable, but their recruitments, offenses and personalities are vastly different.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “recruitment” mean?
The process or art of finding candidates for a post in an organization, or recruits for the armed forces.
Is “recruitment” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.