Pvt

/ˈpraɪvət/ noun

Definition

abbreviation for private, especially referring to the lowest enlisted rank in the army

Etymology

Shortened form of private, from Latin privatus meaning 'set apart, belonging to oneself'

Kelly Says

PVT is military shorthand that saves precious space on forms and uniforms - efficiency is key in the armed forces!

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