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pill pusher
What does pill pusher mean?
Navy slang for a hospital corpsman, who provides medical care to sailors and Marines.
"See the pill pusher about that cough before it gets worse."
Origin
U.S. Navy slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'pill pusher' mean in the Navy?
It's slang for a hospital corpsman — the medical specialist who treats sailors and Marines.
Is 'pill pusher' disrespectful?
It's affectionately teasing more than insulting; corpsmen are highly valued, especially by the Marines they serve alongside.
Who do corpsmen take care of?
Both sailors and Marines — the Navy provides the medical personnel for the Marine Corps as well as its own fleet.
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