shoulder board
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shoulder board
n.
One of a pair of oblong pieces of stiffened cloth worn on each shoulder of a military uniform and carrying insignia identifying the wearer's rank. Also called shoulder mark.
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shoul′der board`
n.
either of a pair of stiffened epaulets worn on the shoulders of a military officer's uniform.
[1940–45]
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Noun | 1. | ![]() military uniform - prescribed identifying uniform for soldiers |
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