Leatherneck: meaning, definitions and examples
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leatherneck
[ หlษรฐษrหnษk ]
military term
The term 'leatherneck' is a colloquial expression used to refer to a member of the United States Marine Corps. This nickname originates from the leather stock, a high leather collar worn by Marines in the 19th century to protect their necks. It is an emblem of pride and toughness, symbolizing the rigorous training and discipline associated with Marine life. The use of this term has persisted over the years, evoking a sense of camaraderie and identity among Marines.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The leathernecks marched in formation during the parade.
- He is proud to call himself a leatherneck.
- The leatherneck tradition is deeply rooted in Marine Corps history.
Translations
Translations of the word "leatherneck" in other languages:
๐ต๐น fuzileiro
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคฐเฅเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Marine
๐ฎ๐ฉ marinir
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะพัััะบะธะน ะฟัั ะพัะธะฝะตัั
๐ต๐ฑ marin
๐ฏ๐ต ๆตทๅ ต้ๅก
๐ซ๐ท marin
๐ช๐ธ infante de marina
๐น๐ท deniz piyadesi
๐ฐ๐ท ํด๋ณ๋์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌูุฏู ู ุดุงุฉ ุงูุจุญุฑูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ nรกmoลnรญk
๐ธ๐ฐ nรกmornรญk
๐จ๐ณ ๆตทๅ้ๆ้ๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ mornar
๐ฎ๐ธ sjรณhermaรฐur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตาฃัะท ะถะฐัั ำัะบะตัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแฉแแแแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dษniz piyadasฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ infante de marina
Etymology
The word 'leatherneck' has its origins in the early 19th century, specifically related to the uniforms worn by Marines. The term describes the leather neckpiece or stock worn by Marines to protect their necks. These stocks were part of the uniform from around 1820 until the mid-1860s, creating a distinctive look for the Marines. As the Marine Corps evolved, so did the usage of the term, transitioning from a specific reference to the leather stock to a more general nickname for all Marines. Over the years, the term has become a point of pride and identity among members of the Marine Corps, celebrated in various forms of media, including literature, music, and movies, highlighting the bravery and dedication of those who serve.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,606, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.