ordie
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
ordnance operative
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Helmets nodded approval almost in unison as the ordies began to perform their jobs. The ordnance men checked the MK-84 practice bombs, ensuring they would drop when the pilot pressed the pickle switch in the cockpit […]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ordie” mean?
ordnance operative
Is “ordie” formal or informal?
ordie is generally slang.