• Bubble-head

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    Noun

    1. (military slang, derogatory) A submariner.

    Usage notes

    Originally a derogatory name given by U.S. Navy surface fleet personnel.

    The term has been adopted by submariners and is used among themselves to refer to any service member serving onboard or qualified in Submarines.

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