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Royal Marines

British  

plural noun

  1.  RM.  a corps of soldiers specially trained in amphibious warfare

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Weston, who trained with the elite Royal Marines when he took up skeleton, undergoing mental and physical tests, said those who are not familiar with the sport might wonder what he does.

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

For Royal Navy or Royal Marines non-officer veterans it is six years after discharge or at age 55, but this will increase to 18 years after discharge to "align" with the two services.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

The vet was supported by some Royal Marines, who were on exercise at a firing range close by.

From BBC • Dec. 1, 2025

Minister for the Armed Forces Luke Pollard thanked the sailors and Royal Marines for their success.

From BBC • May 30, 2025

It was accompanied by John Parry, late of the Royal Marines, a professional explorer.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman

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