Order Arms (Noun)
Meaning
A position in the manual of arms; the rifle is held vertically on the right side with the butt on the ground; often used as a command.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The drill sergeant yelled "order arms" and the recruits quickly moved into the position, grounding their rifles.
- In a sharp salute, the soldiers assumed the order arms position, rifles at the ready.
- When the general approached, the honor guard moved swiftly to order arms, holding perfectly still.
- The band began to play and the cadets shifted to order arms, awaiting the start of the parade.
- As one, the soldiers came to attention and assumed the order arms position, their rifles glinting in the sunlight.