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crayon eater

slangmilitary

The term "crayon eater" originated from a stereotype about Marines and is used both derogatorily and humorously.

Definition

C1General

(derogatory)A person perceived as lacking intelligence.

Example

  • He was called a crayon eater for his silly mistakes.

B2Military

(humorous, informal)A member of the United States Marine Corps, often used humorously to embrace a stereotype.

Example

  • Marines often joke about being crayon eaters to bond over shared experiences.