military etiquette
Armed forces decorum
Military etiquette is the system of formal courtesies, customs, and protocols observed in armed forces.
It governs saluting, addressing superiors, conduct during ceremonies, and proper wear of uniforms.
These conventions establish hierarchy, maintain discipline, and show respect: The recruits spent a week learning military etiquette before joining their units.
- formal addressRespectful way of speaking
- yes sirRespectful military assent
- saluteGestural sign of honor
- sword saluteFormal blade tribute gesture
- rank insigniaSymbols showing military grade
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- military social lifeofficers club, mess hall, dining in, dining out, hail and farewell
- mannersmanners, polite, rude, politeness, civility
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Defying workplace authority
disrespect · defiance · unruliness · indiscipline · misconduct
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