turkey peek n.— «In an effort to find his Marines, Taube said he risked injury by taking a “turkey peek” over his gravel pile to see if he could locate Robinett.» —“Wounded Marine awarded Purple Heart, accomplishes mission” in Marine Corps Air...
dual-cool adj.— «The recipients of both parachutist and diver insignia are considered “dual-qualified” (or “dual-cool”) full-fledged “Reconnaissance Marines.”» —by Charles D. Melson Marine Recon 1940-90 Sept. 12, 1994. (source: Double-Tongued...
bubble head n.— «The 2d Class Diver badge “bubble head” was authorized for wear in 1974. The recipients of both parachutist and diver insignia are considered “dual-qualified” (or “dual-cool”) full-fledged “Reconnaissance Marines.”» —by Charles D...
doormat n.— «Average-sized fluke, sometime called “Flatties,” weigh about 2 to 4 pounds, while the aptly named “doormats” (so-called due to their similarity in size to a welcome mat) weigh 8 or more pounds and provide memorable battles for the...
holy helo n.— «Carrier battle groups at sea set aside a helicopter—fondly known as the “holy helo”—to fly chaplains of different faiths from ship to ship in order to celebrate services with sailors and Marines while at sea.» —“Military works to...
tracker n.— «Morris explained that although amphibious operations are not a big part of Operation Iraqi Freedom, it is still important for the “trackers,” as AAV crewmen are commonly called, to be prepared for any type of operation.» —“AAVs storm...