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whiskey pete
What does whiskey pete mean?
Slang for white phosphorus, an incendiary/smoke-producing substance used in munitions, from the initials 'WP' rendered loosely in phonetic style.
""Mark the position with Whiskey Pete before the strike.""
Origin
US military slang from the initials WP (white phosphorus).
Frequently asked questions
What is "Whiskey Pete"?
It's military slang for white phosphorus, an incendiary and smoke-producing substance used in munitions. The name comes loosely from the initials 'WP'.
Where does the name "Whiskey Pete" come from?
It's a playful spoken rendering of the letters 'WP' (white phosphorus), similar to the older nicknames 'Willie Pete' and 'Willie Peter'.
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