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pre-enlistment

pre-enlistment

6.2
Happening before someone officially joins the military or another organization
  • adjective
  • /priː ɪnˈlɪstmənt/
translation icon : preinscripción
  • All recruits must complete a pre-enlistment physical exam before starting basic training.

Examples

  • The pre-enlistment interview helps determine if candidates are suitable for military service.

  • The pre-enlistment training was rigorous.

  • She attended a pre-enlistment seminar to learn more about what to expect.

  • Are you ready for the pre-enlistment process?

  • All recruits must complete a pre-enlistment physical exam before starting basic training.

  • The pre-enlistment interview helps determine if candidates are suitable for military service.

  • She attended a pre-enlistment seminar to learn more about what to expect.

Synonyms

premilitary
vspre-enlistment
  • Specialized
7.4

Happening before someone joins the military or before fighting

focuses on things required or happening before officially joining any organization
preadmission
vspre-enlistment
5.6

Happening before someone is admitted to a hospital, school, or program

is about requirements before officially joining an organization, not just entering a place

Surface Forms

pre-enlistment positive

Morphology

pre-enlistment = enlistment (semi-transparent) = pre + en + list + ment

The prefix 'pre-' straightforwardly means 'before', so 'pre-enlistment' clearly means 'before enlistment'.

Etymology

Pre-enlistment breaks into pre- meaning 'before' and enlist meaning 'to join a list'. So pre-enlistment describes something that happens or is required before someone officially joins the military.