draftage

/ˈdrɑːftɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of drafting or the state of being drafted, especially with reference to the forced enlistment of soldiers.

“The government struggled to manage the draftage of young men during wartime.”

2. noun

A small quantity of something, especially a liquid, that is drawn off or collected.

“The engineer measured the draftage of the oil from the tank.”

Synonyms

  • drafting
  • enlistment
  • recruitment

Antonyms

  • discharge
  • release