However, they are still in current use in articles about previous military periods. A basic dictionary for military boarding school parents. Military acronyms, terminology and slang reference. Ad army regulation 31025 effective 15 october 1986 history. Standardized military and associated terminology forms the foundation of joint doctrine. Department of defence, dictionary of military and associated terms. Military lexicon dictionary of acronyms, initialisms, abbreviations and general military terminology. The department of defense dictionary of military and associated terms is a compendium of terminology used by the united states department of defense dod.
They are often abbreviations or derivatives of the nato phonetic alphabet, or otherwise incorporating aspects of formal military concepts and terms. The dictionary of military terms has been very helpful as a reference guide. The two large words printed at the top of each page. All terms are updated yearly when new editions are released. A collection system, platform, or capability that is supporting, assigned, or attached to a particular commander. Department of defense dictionary of military and associated terms. Unmilitary definition of unmilitary by merriamwebster. In intelligence usage, the delivery of intelligence to users in a suitable form and the application of the intelligence to appropriate missions, tasks, and functions. The analysis and conclusions are based on the theory of terminological systems. Englishportuguese dictionary of military terminology az. Department of defense and a fivesided concrete and steel symbol of americas military strength. Military terminology is the words and acronyms used by military organization and members of various militaries. The dictionary aims to provide a basic vocabulary of british and american terms relating to the three services and covers subjects such as rank, organisation. Basic medical terminology franks hospital workshop.
Dod dictionary of military and associated terms february 2017 open pdf 1 mb the dod dictionary of military and associated terms dod dictionary sets forth standard us military and associated terminology to encompass the joint activity of the armed forces of the united states. Englishportuguese dictionary of military terminology enpt entries. Just like any career field, the military has its own jargon and its quite extensive. It sets forth standard us military and associated terminology to encompass the joint activity of the armed forces of the united states in both us joint and allied. Joint pub 102 or jp 102 sets forth standard us military and associated terminology to encompass the joint activity of the armed forces of the united states in both us joint and allied joint. British military terminology includes a number of words unfamiliar to u. Artillery glossary illustrated glossary of artilleryrelated terms british navy slang dictionary of naval slang, abbreviations, legends and historical titbits which was originally compiled by. Military slang is a set of colloquial terms which are unique to or which originated with military personnel. This update publishes a change 1 w h i c h i s e f f e c t i v e 1 5 o c t o b e r 1 9 8 6. Adjustment process used to obtain correct line, range, and connect height of burst if time fuzes are. Military and army acronyms, abbreviations, and terms contd bdu battle dress uniform jungle, desert, cold weather bn battalion bncoc basic noncommissioned officer course car chief of army reserve cascom combined arms support command cdr commander cds child development services cg commanding general. Since 1948, military terms have been codified in the dod dictionary. A guide to the language of warfare and military institutions.
The campaign dictionary of military terms provides clear definitions of over 6,000 british, american and international military vocabulary. Mainmenujoint electronic libraryservice publications multiservice pubsfm 10151. Adjust a command to the spotter or observer to initiate an adjustment on a designated target. Appendix i glossary of common military terms addressee the activity or individual to whom a message is to be delivered. British military terminology 9th infantry division. Our english word is derived directly from the moorish. Civilian translation of military terminology page 1 of 2 in the military in the civilian world in the military in the civilian world commander director, senior manager, president o7 and above president, senior director, chairman of the board, managing director executive officer deputy director, assistant director o5 and o 6 chief executive. It has been compiled primarily for use by american military personnel with at least a fair knowledge of german.
Dod dictionary of military and associated terms february. The paper discusses the problems that arise in the process of systematization of english military terminology. Dictionary of accounting 0 7475 6991 6 dictionary of banking and finance 0 7475 6685 2 dictionary of business 0 7475 9680 0 dictionary of economics 0 7475 6632 1 dictionary of environment and ecology 0 7475 7201 1 dictionary of hotels, tourism and catering management 1 9016 5999 2 dictionary of human resources and personnel management 0 7475 6623 2. Common terms may also differ between militaries of englishspeaking countries. If you have a favorite military acronym or see a problem with our definitions, let us know in the comments below. Many times you will have access to a medical dictionary. Military terms may have the same spelling as common words but mean something very different. It enables the joint force to organize, plan, train, and execute operations with a common language that is clearly articulated and universally understood.
Military slang is also used to reinforce the usually friendly interservice rivalries. The united states department of defense dod military dictionary contains thousands of words with respective definitions. Joint pub 102 or jp 102 sets forth standard us military and associated terminology to encompass the joint activity of the armed forces of the united states in both us joint and allied joint operations, as well as to encompass the department of defense dod as a. Basic medical terminology introduction medical terminology is the professional language of those who are directly or indirectly engaged in the art of healing. As you work in the medical field, you will hear and see unfamiliar medical terms. The wikileaks edition corresponds to the september 17, 2007 us dod edition. Most dictionaries have the basic characteristics described below. Abbreviations in english military terminology article pdf available in brno studies in english 391. Mainmenujoint electronic librarydod dictionary followthispath toaccessfm102onthejoint electronic library cdrom. Appendix c military and army acronyms, abbreviations, and. This is a list of established military terms which have been in use for at least 50 years. Military dictionary covering official terms used by the united states department of defense, from abort to zulu time.
Dictionary of military and associated terms internet archive. The joint publication 102, department of defense dictionary of military and associated terms sets forth standard us military and associated terminology to encompass the joint activity of the armed forces of the united states. Unterm united nations terminology database arenesfrruzh entries. Military terminology simple english wikipedia, the free. A guide to the language of warfare and military institutions trevor nevitt dupuy, curt johnson, grace p. Jp 102, dod dictionary of military and associated terms. Had a distinct popping sound you will never forget once it has been fired at you. An admiral is the senior ranking flag officer in the us navy, but his title comes from the name given the senior ranking officer in the moorish army of many years ago. Nomenclature of naval vessels extensive index list of naval terms maintained by the united states department of the navy circa 1942. The portions of the text that are revised by change 1 are highlighted in this printing. Learn more in the cambridge englishspanish dictionary.
Dod dictionary of military and associated terms february 2017. English to polish military defense translation glossary. In the founding act on mutual relations, cooperation and security between nato and the russian federation, signed on 27 may 1997 at the highest political level in paris, the alliance and russia have expressed their commitment to build together a lasting and inclusive peace in the euroatlantic area based on the principles of democracy and cooperative security. Naval slang dictionary a abaft adv toward the stern, as in, two points abaft the beam, starboard side. Dictionary of united states army terms short title.
Jan 05, 2012 military acronyms, terminology and slang reference. If your child is attending a military boarding school, he or she will definitely learn to speak a new language. I would recommend it to anyone lacking familiarity with the vast number of militaryrelated acronyms and terms. Automatic the selfpowered action of a weapon, using recoil, gas, or blowback operation, that produces a rapid and continuous burst of shots while the trigger is depressed.
Military terminology refers to the terms and language of military organizations and personnel as belonging to a discrete category, as distinguishable by their usage in military doctrine, as they serve to depoliticise, dehumanise, or otherwise abstract discussion about its operations from an actual description thereof. You will need to know medical terms in order to read a medical record, to complete forms, to decipher a physicians handwriting, and to. Dod dictionary of military and associated terms, january 2020. May 01, 2020 military slang is a set of colloquial terms which are unique to or which originated with military personnel. Dictionary of law 0 7475 6636 4 dictionary of leisure, travel and tourism 0 7475 7222 4 dictionary of marketing 0 7475 6621 6 dictionary of media studies 0 76 7593 4 dictionary of medical terms 0 76 7603 5 dictionary of nursing 0 7475 6634 8 dictionary of politics and government 0 7475 7220 8 dictionary of publishing and printing 0 76 7589 6. When standing on the bridge of a ship looking toward the bow front of the ship, port refers to the left side, starboard refers to the right side of the ship.
Argos press radar glossary describes key terms and abbreviations used in radar and electronic warfare army technology glossary pdf dictionary of us army terms short title. The department of defense dictionary of military and associated terms short title. Military definition, of, for, or pertaining to the army or armed forces, often as distinguished from the navy. Each usually consisted of a can of some basic course, a can of fruit, a packet of some type of dessert, a packet of powdered cocoa, a small pack of cigarettes. Scope the joint publication 102, department of defense dictionary of military and associated terms sets forth standard us military and associated terminology to encompass the joint activity of the armed forces of the united states. A moorish chief was an emir, and the chief of all chiefs was an emiral. Department of defense terminology military factory. Spanish to english military defense translation glossary. Since technology has changed, not all of them are in current use, or they may have been superseded by more modern terms. Called 100mph tape due to the belief it can withstand speeds of up to 100 mph when slapped on holes. I purchased 2 copies of this dictionary for my company in order to enhance communication and understanding with current and potential business partners. Jp 102 deparment of defense dictionary of military and. Each usually consisted of a can of some basic course, a can of fruit, a packet of some type of dessert, a.
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