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shavetail Definition and Meaning in English (shavetail definition)

noun
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Shavetail definition: A newly commissioned officer, especially in the United States Army, who is typically inexperienced.

Definitions of Shavetail

  1. 1noun(colloquial)

    A newly commissioned officer, especially in the United States Army, who is typically inexperienced.

  2. 2noun(informal)

    An inexperienced or naive young person.

Example Sentences

military

“The shavetail made a few mistakes during his first week on duty.”

casual

“He's just a shavetail, so don't expect him to know all the ropes yet.”

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