General
tango down
What does tango down mean?
Phonetic-flavored slang meaning a target (enemy) has been neutralized or killed — 'Tango' for T (target) plus 'down'.
""Two tangos down at the doorway, moving to clear the next room.""
Origin
Modern military and law-enforcement/tactical slang using 'Tango' for T (target); popularized further by film and video games.
Frequently asked questions
What does "tango down" mean?
It means an enemy target has been neutralized or killed — "Tango" stands for T (target) and "down" means dropped.
Why is an enemy called a "tango"?
"Tango" is the phonetic code word for the letter T, which here stands for "target."
Where did "tango down" become popular?
It comes from military and tactical slang and was popularized further by films and video games.
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