hashmark

Thân thiện

A soldier proudly displays three hashmarks on his uniform sleeve.

Definition

Noun: 1. A service stripe: A hashmark is a V-shaped or straight stripe worn on a military or other uniform sleeve to indicate each completed period of service, typically a certain number of years.

Usage

The word "hashmark" is used specifically to denote a visible insignia of service tenure. It is a countable noun. * The sergeant proudly displayed three hashmarks on his uniform, representing fifteen years of service. * A new hashmark is added to the sleeve upon the completion of each enlistment period.

Advanced Usage

• In some contexts, particularly in American football, the term "hash mark" (often spelled as two words) refers to the short lines that run perpendicular to the yard lines and mark each yard on the field. However, the primary and more formal meaning relates to military insignia.
  • The ball was spotted on the hash mark, setting the formation for the next play.

Variants and Related Words

• Service stripe: This is a direct synonym for "hashmark" in the military context.
• Hash mark: A common alternative spelling, especially when referring to the sports field marking.

Synonyms

• Service stripe
• Chevron (in some specific historical or organizational contexts, though a chevron more commonly denotes rank)

Related Phrases

• To earn a hashmark: To complete a term of service qualifying for the insignia.
  • He will earn his next hashmark in six months.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an insignia worn to indicate years of service

Từ đồng nghĩa

• service stripe
• hash mark