![]() Assault : last step of an attack phase rushing to close combat to drive the enemy out for hand-to-hand combat using hand grenades and bayonets.Area defense : type of defense that is oriented toward retaining a particular terrain relies mainly on the deployed forces that fire to repulse and stop attackers.Ex: “Thank goodness we only have 12 days and a wake up left here. “And a wake up” : A phrase used to count down to the end of training or deployment.Alpha Charlie : Military alphabet used to represent being verbally reprimanded.About Face: An action happening during a drill directing soldiers to face the opposite direction.(Some of these definitely fall into the “slightly inappropriate” or humorous category.) Here’s Military Connection’s lingo guide to some popular military specific terms, phrases and acronyms. ![]() Some terms are rather self-explanatory while others are completely cryptic yet each one has a specific and important meaning. The need for clear and concise communication, especially on the battlefield, require service members to immerse themselves in their specialized language. From extremely long acronyms to slightly inappropriate phrases, the military has a language all of its own with many unique terms and concepts that civilians are not exposed to. Many professions have their own specialized jargon and acronyms and the military is no exception. Contributed by Liz Zaczek, senior staff writer
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