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leatherneck

[ˈlɛðənɛk]

leatherneck Definition

  • 1a member of the United States Marine Corps
  • 2a stiff, leather collar formerly worn by soldiers to protect the neck against cutlass slashes

Using leatherneck: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "leatherneck" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The leatherneck was proud to serve his country.

  • Example

    The leatherneck's uniform was impeccable.

Phrases with leatherneck

  • to be a member of the United States Marine Corps

    Example

    My father used to be a leatherneck.

  • a knot used in tying a leatherneck collar

    Example

    He learned how to tie a leatherneck square from his grandfather.

  • leathernecking

    the act of being a member of the United States Marine Corps

    Example

    Leathernecking is not for everyone.

Origins of leatherneck

from the leather stock once worn around the necks of American Marines as a mark of distinction

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Summary: leatherneck in Brief

'Leatherneck' [ˈlɛðənɛk] refers to a member of the United States Marine Corps or a stiff, leather collar formerly worn by soldiers to protect the neck against cutlass slashes. It is derived from the leather stock once worn around the necks of American Marines as a mark of distinction. Examples of usage include 'The leatherneck was proud to serve his country.' and 'The leatherneck's uniform was impeccable.'