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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun Leave of absence granted to a sailor to go ashore.

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  • noun Free time given to sailors of the military navy when they are off duty and allowed to disembark and spend time on land.

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  • noun leave granted to a sailor or naval officer

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