A nickname for a BM (boatswain’s mate). Meant as a disrespectful term, but since BM is the easiest job in the Navy (ASVAB score 35), they took it as a term of endearment.

Meant as a disrespectful term, but because BM is the most easiest job in the Navy (ASVAB score 35) they took it as a term of endearment…

Go tell the deck apes to finish chipping paint. CO’s coming through later today.