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 the deck above the main deck. The next higher decks are the 02 level, the 03 level, and so on. Though these are formally called decks, they are usually referred to as levels, since they are not usual [..]

 the basic public address system on a ship. Reaches all spaces, and is used for general announcements and to transmit general alarm system signals. Control stations are located on the bridge and quart [..]

a perfect score; used on written tests, examinations, inspections, etc. Pronounced "four-oh."

the number who never get the word. See pass the word.

 a three-day liberty, such as over a holiday weekend; named for the number of hours in three days. It is unusual for 72's to be granted, because a man usually has the duty every third day, and ca [..]

day wonder - derisive term for a graduate of OCS. The derision arises from the lack of experience and naval knowledge of the typical graduate. Sometimes seen as 90-day blunder.

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