recruits
Definitions
New members of an organization, such as the armed forces or a sports team.
The act of enlisting or enrolling people for service or employment.
People who have recently joined a group or activity and are undergoing training.
Examples
The army recruits new soldiers every spring to bolster its ranks.
The company recruits top talent from universities to ensure future growth.
Synonyms
newcomers trainees entrants novices conscripts beginners initiates
Antonyms
veterans experts masters professionals retirees departures alumni