noun
General Slang
gunny
GUN-ee · noun · slang
A Gunnery Sergeant in the Marine Corps.
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An affectionate nickname for a Marine Gunnery Sergeant (E-7). It is improper to call a Master Gunnery Sergeant 'gunny.'
“Gunny's been in the Corps twenty years and seen it all.”
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gunny In A Sentence
Gunny's been in the Corps twenty years and seen it all.
Origin & Usage
US Marine Corps slang.
People Also Ask
What is a gunny?
An affectionate nickname for a US Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant (E-7).
Can you call any senior Marine 'gunny'?
No — it specifically means a Gunnery Sergeant. It is improper to call a Master Gunnery Sergeant 'gunny.'
Is 'gunny' respectful?
Yes, it's used with affection and respect within the Corps.
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