Definition of leatherneck

leatherneck

noun

• A US Marines. Derived from the original leather protective strap worn on Marines' necks when serving on board ships in the early years of the Corps, to protect their necks from sword blows.

  Last edited on Jul 12 2005. Submitted by G. M. from Philadelphia, PA, USA on Jul 12 2005.

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