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mess gear
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Word History and Origins
Origin of mess gear1
First recorded in 1885–90
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Example Sentences
He did his share in policing the grounds, never shirked a cigar end or a bit of paper and amused many a mess gear line.
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We worked hard all day, and, when mess gear was piped for supper, we could hardly repress a sigh of heartfelt relief.
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Several minutes before "mess gear" was due, a lookout at the masthead reported smoke in sight off the starboard bow.
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By the time "mess gear" was piped, the ship was very clean, so during the afternoon we were left largely to our own devices.
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Clear ship for action always means an exchange of undesirable mess gear, such as broken benches, tables, etc.
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