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gofasters

What does gofasters mean?

Physical-training running shoes, so named because they supposedly make you go faster.

"Formation run tomorrow, so lace up your gofasters."

Origin

U.S. Marine Corps and Navy slang.

Frequently asked questions

What are gofasters?
They're running shoes or sneakers worn for physical training, nicknamed for supposedly making you run faster.
Where does the word come from?
It's U.S. Marine Corps and Navy slang.
How is gofasters used?
Someone might say to lace up your gofasters before a formation run or PT session.
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