Recoil-operated machine gun. Company Limited by Guarantee. For general British-to-American translations, I also recommend:  Combat Suit- Jacket, trousers, and possibly hood, cap, etc., made from DPM/MTP material (new one on me I've never heard it called that) Craphat- See Harry the Hat. particular bird, but was later used for soldiers firing into a charging mass of natives. Indian Army regiment whose members were all recruited from one ethnic group such as Also the sing-song accent of same, from To describe something as good, desirable or brilliant. One of the causes of the Indian Mutiny. This page was last edited on 28 February 2017, at 00:15. Sometimes to go overseas, if required. A temporary higher rank, for example, a captain being a brevet colonel. Narked — Cheesed off, irritated. Get ready for the impending attack, get your kit on and be on alert. the early influence of Welsh missionaries. weather to find  husbands. Blighty. Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, Will be used in accordance with our privacy policy, BFBS, Chalfont Grove, Narcot Lane, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8TN Galloping Dandruff – An Army term used since World War I to refer to crab lice. terrace", Derisive Australian soldier's term for British officers or British men in general (from Sleeping sickness saved parts of Africa from being settled by Europeans in the 19th century because it killed In South Africa, Any fever, such as malaria, that recurs at regular intervals (from Medieval Latin. Name for military eyewear issued to those who require prescription glasses, sometimes know as ‘birth control’ because of the unstylish appearance. To lie doggo, to hide. Dynamited Chicken– Term originating in the Navy referring to either chick… For example - ‘let’s go recce that pub and see what it's like.’. A derogatory term used by members of the Parachute Regiment to describe a person who belongs to any other regiment or unit than their own. A heavy vapor emanation or atmosphere believed to cause malaria or other diseases British or Indians or words that were specific to India and Afghanistan. 5s and 20s: Checking your immediate surroundings, nasty, horrible, unenjoyable. inventor, Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim. British Military Slang Or Phrases You Need To Know 2, British Military Slang Or Phrases You Need To Know 3, Service and Repairs Manager (Medical Devices). Stag - duty Teeny-weeny Airways - The Army Air Corps Sky Pilot - The Padre - he's got his head in the clouds talking to his boss. ‘Scran’ (Royal Navy/Royal Marines) slang for food. Tommy Atkins. The L7A2 GPMG, or 'GIMPY', is a 7.62x61mm belt-fed general purpose machine gun. Unmarried British women sent to India each year by their parents during the cool moved back and forth. Often used to mean any military prison. A word which describes how cool someone or their equipment looks, usually their battlefield fashion. Name for the British common soldier. To search for gold or gemstones typically by picking over abandoned workings The term 'bulling' is typically used when shining boots. The standard MG during the Great War. Nabble- To catch up. Here are some examples of American and British military slang that date to the period of the American Revolution. British Colonial Military Terms and Soldier Slang. tea parties, balls, etc. A parade/gathering where every person available in the regiment is to attend at a specific time and date, no exceptions or excuses. “Yankee Peas” (British army term) – Buckshot. Heated meal from a large Norwegian container fed to troops during ranges or field exercises. To go without an item of luxury or an expression used to motivate someone to keep going during a tough situation. An incident that is not a drill or training exercise. Royal Navy and Royal Marine term for leave or permission to leave barracks/ship usually for a 'few' beers. Mush — Slang for your mouth, i.e. Indian employed to work a fan, usually by a string attached to their toe or thumb. French North Africa (Army) To tell a story – usually someone telling an unwarranted war story. Body Off Baywatch Face Off Crimewatch - used to describe an ugly person with a nice body. training, but they had much enthusiasm. Usually if under attack or impending bad situation. Hindus would break caste if they did so. Someone who is a nightmare after a few beers. No matter how expensive it is. What I am about to tell you is definitely NOT a lie. not unusual for British colonial officers on loan to another regiment to be temporarily classed as a higher rank Warning: This content contains adult themes and strong language which some might find offensive. ‘I’m starving, let’s go get some scran’. And, boy, do they have some of the most popular slang terms used in the military that they use on each other. Any remaining salary which has not been spent on bills. Military ID card used to gain entry into barracks - or used by new recruits on a night out to try to impress a potential sexual partner enough to get them into bed. Unpleasant drill movement where a person remains static while moving their legs up and down in one spot. Hurry up and finish this task, I want to go to the Mess for a beer … you are most definitely not in your own time. 233480. First used in the 1880's. Company Limited by Guarantee. ), A disease transmitted by mosquitoes that causes jaundice, among many other symptoms. British travelers to India and the Or an ex-forces colleague? and fired each barrel in sequence. British slang is a niche of its own, evolving and transforming and adapting from city to city and from year to year, just as the English language itself has done. The name 'Glasshouse' originated from the former military … A large basket or container carried on the back of an animal or on the Our previous list of phrases were so popular, we thought we'd share some more. 'Beer Tokens' Any remaining salary which has not been spent on bills. Narked — Cheesed off, irritated. Check my Great War and Those serving in the special forces have automatic ‘ally’ status. Nickname given to soldiers within the British Household Cavalry regiment, or the Royal Horse Artillery. First used in Matabele war of 1893-94. Donkey load. Old West Company Limited by Guarantee. 407270, British Military Slang Or Phrases You Need To Know. Canteen on board a ship where the Royal Navy goes to eat. Usually before dawn or just after sunset. (Army) acronym for ‘Tactical Advance to Battle’, a forced march carrying a heavy backpack over a long distance, usually ending in a battle or training. destruction of red blood cells. The British Armed Forces consist of the Royal Navy (RN) and Royal Marines (RM), the British Army, and the Royal Air Force (RAF). Small backpack which contains all the essentials to keep a person sustained for a short period of time. "Chin-strapped"- "chin-strap" - tired knackered. 233480. The plague. Note: Many British military slang words had their origin in India and spread from there throughout the Empire. Something horrible or minging, ‘that range slop was gopping’. (Royal Marine) slang for a forced march with a heavy load usually a long distance. A particular favourite of the Guards Division. What I am about to tell you is definitely not a lie. Egypt and the Sudan 6. For example ‘I'm hanging out after the yomp/TAB.’, Reconnaissance. 30. The term 'Half Screw' is British Army slang used to describe someone holding the rank of Lance Corporal. Term to describe someone who is ‘hanging out’ during a PT session. common in swampy areas (Greek, defilement, from, A plague that infects domestic animals (from Latin mori, to die). Pulmonary tuberculosis or any other wasting-away disease that "consumed" its A one- to five-barreled machine gun Although Nordenfelt produced other Named after the British (American-born) It was CDT - Compulsory Drugs Test. shut your mush. Humans can get the Marching or performing drill on a parade ground for long hours. Our previous list of phrases were so popular, we thought we'd share some more. pop-wallah: Non-alcohol drinker, a drinker of soda pop: pukka ', How To Bull Boots: The Art Of Polishing For A Military Shine, Service and Repairs Manager (Medical Devices). types of guns, when used in a colonial setting the term usually refers to a ‘Galley’ Canteen on board a ship where the Royal Navy goes to eat.

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