Hey, quick language check here. I've heard people use specific terminology for when someone decides to join a military branch. What's the term for this process? Something more like an insider term, not just 'enlisting' or 'joining'. Any help putting a finger on this would be much appreciated! Thanks!
Hello! The term you might be thinking of is "enlisting" or "commissioning." In the U.S. military, there are two primary ways individuals can serve:
1. Enlistment: This is the process for individuals who want to serve as enlisted personnel. They make up the majority of the military workforce and carry out military operations. The term "enlisting" generally refers to this process.
2. Commissioning: This applies to individuals who want to serve as officers. Officers generally manage enlisted personnel and are responsible for planning and executing military operations.
It's worth noting that the process of joining the military, beyond these terms, often involves several steps including speaking with a recruiter, taking the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test, undergoing a physical examination, and then attending Basic Training or Officer Candidate School, depending on whether they're enlisting or commissioning.
I hope this clears it up a bit for you!
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