General
gone elvis
What does gone elvis mean?
Slang for missing in action — someone who has disappeared, as if they 'left the building' like Elvis.
"We lost comms with the recon team; they've gone Elvis."
Origin
US military slang, playing on Elvis Presley's disappearances and 'Elvis has left the building.'
Frequently asked questions
What does 'gone Elvis' mean?
It's slang for missing in action — someone who has disappeared without a trace, as if they 'left the building' like Elvis.
Why Elvis?
The phrase plays on Elvis Presley's fabled disappearances and the concert catchphrase 'Elvis has left the building.'
How is 'gone Elvis' used?
It's used when contact is lost with a person or unit, as in 'We lost comms with the recon team; they've gone Elvis.'
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