Leathernuts
A play on the term Leatherneck when in reference to a Marine by another Marine. Can be used either as a derogative or affecionate term depending on context and familiarity between the Marines. Usually used amongst the lower enlisted personnel
#1
CPL: Hey Leathernuts, what the fuck do think you're doing?
PFC: *Looks confused and go's to Parade Rest* "Me?"
CPL: Yeah, you numbnuts. Where the hell in my Marine Corps is it OK to smoke and walk?
#2
CPL #1: "Mornin', Corporal!"
CPL #2: (Hungover because CPL #1 was buying lastnight)"Fuck you, Leathernuts."
CPL: Hey Leathernuts, what the fuck do think you're doing?
PFC: *Looks confused and go's to Parade Rest* "Me?"
CPL: Yeah, you numbnuts. Where the hell in my Marine Corps is it OK to smoke and walk?
#2
CPL #1: "Mornin', Corporal!"
CPL #2: (Hungover because CPL #1 was buying lastnight)"Fuck you, Leathernuts."