Military Terms Military Terms Those serving in the military use their own terminology to communicate with one another. This helps them quickly transfer important messages back and forth. Some of this terminology may be known only to members within their respective branches. Others can be more basic and related to all military branches. Military language can communicate an attack, a specific meeting location or drill commands. Navy terms 1. Anymouse - A box sailors will use to anonymously drop in any comments or complaints they may have while aboard the ship.
2. Galley - The kitchen aboard a ship.
- The officer designated to operate the ship.
4. Shellback - A sailor aboard a Navy ship who has successfully crossed the equator.
- A sailor who is still working toward a higher rank. Usually, decorations are added to your sleeve once you receive higher ranks.
Marine terms 1. Blues - The blue uniform members of the Marines and Air Force will often wear while on duty.
2. Ink stick - A pen.
3. Moonbeam - A flashlight.
4. Swoop - When Marines take a trip off base for a weekend or two.
1.AWOL - This acronym stands for Absent Without Official Leave. This refers to people who abandon their duty or post without authorization or alerting anyone.
2. Bird - A common term used to describe a helicopter.
3. Black on - This phrase is used when the crew is running low on a resource. For example, when more water is needed, someone can say, "black on water".
4. Cadence - The rhythmic step soldiers will all follow along to while marching.
5. Dustoff - A medical helicopter on its way to rescue someone who's injured.
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