The Clue
Leatherneck (6 letter answer)
The Answer
MARINE
Tags
Notes
The answer MARINE is uncommon, appearing about once every 450 puzzles.
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Definition
MARINE as a noun:
1. (Marine, devil dog, leatherneck, shipboard soldier) = a member of the United States Marine Corps
2. a soldier who serves both on shipboard and on land
MARINE as an adjective:
1. of or relating to the sea; "marine explorations"
2. (nautical, maritime, marine) = relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen; "nautical charts"; "maritime law"; "marine insurance"
3. of or relating to military personnel who serve both on land and at sea (specifically the U.S. Marine Corps); "marine barracks"
4. native to or inhabiting the sea; "marine plants and animals such as seaweed and whales"