Leatherneck

Pronunciation: /ˈlɛðərnɛk/

Definitions of Leatherneck

noun A slang term for a member of the United States Marine Corps, derived from the leather collar once part of the Marine Corps uniform

Example Sentences

A1 A Leatherneck is a nickname for a member of the United States Marine Corps.

A2 The Leatherneck proudly displayed his Marine Corps tattoo.

B1 The Leatherneck showed great discipline during training exercises.

B2 The Leatherneck's bravery in combat earned him a medal of honor.

C1 The Leatherneck's leadership skills were evident in the way he commanded his unit.

C2 The Leatherneck's dedication to duty and country was unwavering throughout his military career.

Examples of Leatherneck in a Sentence

formal The Leatherneck division is known for its outstanding performance in combat.

informal My grandpa used to be a Leatherneck in the Marines.

slang I heard that guy is a real Leatherneck, always ready for a fight.

figurative She's a Leatherneck when it comes to negotiating deals, never backing down.

Grammatical Forms of Leatherneck

• past tense: Leathernecked
• plural: Leathernecks
• comparative: more Leatherneck
• superlative: most Leatherneck
• present tense: Leatherneck
• future tense: will Leatherneck
• perfect tense: have Leathernecked
• continuous tense: is Leathernecking
• singular: Leatherneck
• positive degree: Leatherneck
• infinitive: to Leatherneck
• gerund: Leathernecking
• participle: Leathernecked

Origin and Evolution of Leatherneck

First Known Use: 1814 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'Leatherneck' originated in the early 19th century in the United States.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe U.S. Marines who wore leather collars as part of their uniforms to protect their necks in combat, the term has evolved to become a colloquial term for Marines in general.