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short-timer
noun 4
Definitions
noun
1
A soldier during the Vietnam War who had less than two months to serve.
Almost every Marine in Viet Nam carries a short-timer’s calendar of his tour of duty—the usual 365 days—plus a bonus of 20 days for being a Marine.
2
A person who would not be required to do a difficult or dangerous task.
3
An employee who has given notice of their intent to leave.
4
The customer of a prostitute.
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