aye aye, sir

Submitted by György Chityil ... on Fri, 01/19/2018 - 20:39
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Phrase
Description: 
{{idiomatic|nautical}} The correct and seamanlike reply, onboard a U.S. Navy (or Royal Navy) ship, on receipt of an order from an officer. It means "I hear the command, I understand it and will comply with the order."
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aye aye, sir
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aye aye, sir
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