Reenlisting: meaning, definitions and examples

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reenlisting

 

[ riːɪnˈlɪstɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military service

Reenlisting refers to the act of rejoining the military after previously serving. This term is commonly used when an individual has completed their initial period of service and decides to continue their commitment for another term. It may involve various processes, including paperwork, medical examinations, and training updates. Individuals who reenlist often do so for benefits such as education, career advancement, or a sense of duty.

Synonyms

re-enlisting, rejoining.

Examples of usage

  • After completing my contract, I am considering reenlisting.
  • He decided on reenlisting due to his commitment to the military.
  • The program encourages soldiers to think about reenlisting after their tours.
  • She was happy to learn about the bonus for reenlisting.

Translations

Translations of the word "reenlisting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reenlistamento

🇮🇳 पुनर्नियुक्ति

🇩🇪 Wiedereinstellung

🇮🇩 pengulangan kontrak

🇺🇦 повторне зарахування

🇵🇱 ponowne przyjęcie

🇯🇵 再入隊

🇫🇷 réengagement

🇪🇸 reenganche

🇹🇷 yeniden kaydolma

🇰🇷 재입대

🇸🇦 إعادة التجنيد

🇨🇿 znovuzapojení

🇸🇰 opätovné zaradenie

🇨🇳 重新入伍

🇸🇮 ponovno uključitev

🇮🇸 endurreikning

🇰🇿 қайта тіркелу

🇬🇪 გაცოცხლება

🇦🇿 yenidən qoşulma

🇲🇽 reenganche

Etymology

The term 'reenlist' derives from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again', and 'enlist', which comes from the 16th century. 'Enlist' originates from the word 'list', referring to a roster or a list of soldiers. In the military context, it signifies the act of signing up for military service. Historically, the practice of reenlisting has roots in the need for continuous manpower in armed forces to deal with conflicts and wars. As such, soldiers who had completed their terms were often invited to reenlist, either out of patriotism or necessity. Over time, this process has evolved, with various incentives being offered to encourage service members to continue their military careers.