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jawa
What does jawa mean?
Slang for troops posted in remote desert areas, likened to the desert scavengers of Star Wars.
"The jawas at that outpost hadn't seen a hot meal in weeks."
Origin
U.S. military slang; from the 'Jawa' creatures in Star Wars.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Jawa' mean in military slang?
It refers to troops stationed in remote desert areas, jokingly compared to the hooded desert scavengers from Star Wars.
Why call desert troops jawas?
The Jawas in Star Wars live in a harsh desert world, so the nickname pokes fun at how isolated and rough desert postings can be.
Where does the term come from?
It is U.S. military slang borrowed from the 'Jawa' creatures in the Star Wars films.
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