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scrambled eggs
What does scrambled eggs mean?
The gold-embroidered oak-leaf decoration on the visors of senior officers' caps.
"You could tell he was brass by the scrambled eggs on his cover."
Origin
U.S. military; from the egg-yolk look of the gold braid.
Frequently asked questions
What are "scrambled eggs" in the military?
They are the gold-embroidered oak-leaf decorations on the visors of senior officers' caps.
Why are they called scrambled eggs?
The gold braid has an egg-yolk look, which inspired the nickname.
What do scrambled eggs signal?
They mark a senior officer, so spotting them tells you the wearer is high-ranking brass.
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