recruitment
UK: rɪˈkruːtmənt | US: rɪˈkruːtmənt
n. the action of finding and hiring new employees or members
n. the process of replenishing or strengthening a group or resource
The word "recruitment" stems from the French "recruter" (to replenish troops), derived from "recrue" (new growth, fresh supply). The root "recruit" originally referred to reinforcing military forces with new soldiers. Over time, it expanded to general hiring contexts. The suffix "-ment" nominalizes the action, turning "recruit" into a process ("recruitment"). The logic reflects growth—adding "fresh" resources to a system.
The company launched a recruitment drive to fill key positions.
Online platforms have streamlined the recruitment process.
Army recruitment standards were tightened this year.
She specializes in executive recruitment for tech firms.
The recruitment of volunteers ensured the event's success.