According to US Navy, what is a "squib"?
Or is that a "squid"?
Or is that a "squid"?
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Squid is a derogatory term for a Sailor. Apply 48VDC to the squibs of missile, launch.
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It's "squid". That's what members of other military services call navy personnel. A squib is a small firework that hisses. I've also heard little packets of blood used for special effects in movies referred to as a squib.
ANDRE L
squib
A small pyrotechnic device that may be used to fire the igniter in a rocket or for some similar purpose. Not to be confused with a detonator that explodes. (US DoD)