Definition

A person who is selected or required to join the military, usually through a draft system.

Example

During the war, many young men became draftees and served in the army.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new draftee in our neighborhood?

Yeah, I saw him jogging the other day; he looked really fit!

I wonder how he feels about being a draftee right now.

It must be a mix of excitement and nerves, for sure.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Draftee → It is formed from "draft" (from Old English *dræft*, meaning a drawing or pulling) and the suffix "-ee" (meaning a person who is the recipient of an action). A draftee is a person who is drawn or pulled into military service, typically through conscription.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being 'pulled' into service ('draft') and the '-ee' indicating that this person is the one receiving that action.

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