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Origins of the term[edit]
When did this term come into use in the U.S. Army? I served in the Army, the infantry, from '67 to '73 and never heard it at all in any context. I think it is of fairly recent origin. — This unsigned comment was added by Tonygumbrell (talk • contribs) at 19:08, 21 January 2012 (UTC).
- The origins of it are unknown and disputed. Though, did you use Heard, Understood, and Acknowledged? During your time in service? That would translate to HUA if shortened which is a sometimes spotter alternate spelling of Hooah. In any case, the word now has a couple of meanings, from being an affirmative reply, to being a rude reply (depending on rank, tone, and situation), to just being a plain interjection. — This unsigned comment was added by 71.232.119.93 (talk) at 19:01, 26 January 2012 (UTC).