bubble-head

See also: bubblehead

English

Alternative forms

Noun

bubble-head (plural bubble-heads)

  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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