Military Equipment Terminology

noun a powerful spring in a mechanical device, especially a watch, that drives the mechanism

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• The mainspring of the company's success is its innovative product development.
• The mainspring behind their friendship is their shared love for music.
• She's the mainspring of the group, always coming up with fun ideas.
• Hope is the mainspring of human endeavor, driving us to achieve our dreams.

adjective having a rough, irregular, or uneven surface; tough and strong; suitable for rough use or conditions

• The rugged terrain made it difficult for the hikers to navigate.
• I love exploring rugged landscapes with my friends.
• That guy is so rugged, he never shaves or combs his hair.
• Her rugged determination helped her overcome all obstacles in her way.

noun a short stick carried by a military officer as a symbol of authority or for ceremonial purposes

• The military officer held his swagger stick with authority during the ceremony.
• Hey, check out that old general with his swagger stick!
• That dude thinks he's all that just because he carries a swagger stick.
• Her confidence was like a swagger stick, always present and commanding attention.

noun a portable rocket launcher used to fire explosive projectiles

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• The military used a bazooka to destroy the enemy's tank.
• I can't believe he brought a bazooka to the party!
• That new video game is a total bazooka - it's so much fun!
• Her words were like a verbal bazooka, destroying his self-esteem in an instant.

noun a cocktail made with brandy, white crème de menthe, and white crème de cacao

• The bee's stinger is a modified ovipositor used for self-defense.
• Ouch! I just got stung by a bee's stinger!
• Watch out for that bee, it's got a mean stinger!
• Her words had a stinger to them, leaving him feeling hurt and betrayed.