Recruit/rɪˈkruːt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Organizational Context Used when an individual joins a group, like a company or sports team. The football team unveiled their latest recruit yesterday. Pro Tip 2/3Beginning Stage Implies that the recruit is probably new to the field or activity. As the newest recruit, he's learning the ropes. Pro Tip 3/3Learning Phase Suggests the person is in an initial period of learning and adaptation. She's not just a recruit; she's a future leader in training.