Definitions

1. noun

a person, especially a young man, who is forced to join the armed forces or a national service

“The government conscripted many young men to fight in the war.”

2. verb

to force someone to join the armed forces or a national service

“The government conscripted thousands of soldiers to fight in the war.”

3. verb

to recruit someone for a particular job or activity

“The company conscripted new employees to help with the busy season.”