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What does ega mean?
The Eagle, Globe, and Anchor, the official emblem of the US Marine Corps. Older Marines often discourage the abbreviation.
"He teared up the moment they pinned the EGA on him."
Origin
US Marine Corps slang, initials of the emblem's three elements.
Frequently asked questions
What does EGA stand for?
'Eagle, Globe, and Anchor' — the official emblem of the US Marine Corps, made up of those three elements.
Where does EGA come from?
It's US Marine Corps usage, simply the initials of the emblem's three parts. Notably, many older Marines discourage abbreviating it and prefer the full name.
How is EGA used?
It refers to the emblem itself, often in the emotional moment of earning it, e.g. 'They pinned the EGA on him at graduation.'
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