General
chu
What does chu mean?
A 'Containerized Housing Unit,' a modified shipping container used as living quarters on forward bases in Iraq and Afghanistan.
"We each got a bunk in a two-man CHU on the FOB."
Origin
US military slang, Iraq/Afghanistan era.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'CHU' stand for?
It stands for Containerized Housing Unit — a modified shipping container used as living quarters on forward bases.
Where were CHUs used?
They became common on forward operating bases in Iraq and Afghanistan, giving deployed troops a step up from tents.
How is 'CHU' pronounced?
It's said as one word, 'choo,' rather than spelled out letter by letter.
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