con|scrip|tion

con|scrip|tion
con|scrip|tion «kuhn SKRIHP shuhn», noun.
1. the compulsory enlistment of men in the armed forces; draft: »

In modern times, nations must resort to conscription to get an adequate army (Ogburn and Nimkoff).

2. the act or system of forcing contributions of money, labor, or other service to the government.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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