recruit

(noun) a recently enlisted soldier. Synonyms: military recruit.

(noun) any new member or supporter (as in the armed forces). Synonyms: enlistee.

(verb) register formally as a participant or member. Synonyms: enroll, inscribe, enter, enrol. Example: "The party recruited many new members."

(verb) seek to employ. Example: "The lab director recruited an able crew of assistants."

(verb) cause to assemble or enlist in the military. Synonyms: levy, raise. Examples: "Raise an army." "Recruit new soldiers."