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Leatherneck Definition & Meaning

leatherneck
noun
  1. a member of the United States Marine Corps

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Frequently asked questions

What does leatherneck mean?
a member of the United States Marine Corps
What part of speech is leatherneck?
Leatherneck is a noun.

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