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Draftee

Definition:

A draftee is a person who is selected for compulsory military service.

Senses:

1. Noun:

a. A person who is drafted into the military.

b. A person who is selected for compulsory military service.

2. Verb:

a. To draft someone into the military.

Sample Sentences:

1. As a draftee, John had mixed feelings about serving in the army.

2. The government implemented a conscription system, and many draftees were called up.

3. After being notified of his selection, Mark became a draftee and had to report for duty.

4. The military officials decided to draftee eligible men to meet the personnel quota.

5. The young soldiers were draftees who had never expected to join the armed forces.

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For further reading about military service and draftees, you may find the following products helpful:

• Books on military service
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• Books on compulsory military service