Glossary of Military Acronyms. Military.com. If you have a favorite military acronym or see a problem with our definitions, let us know in the comments below. The U.S. military uses many unique items and concepts that civilians aren't exposed to. Because of this and the need for expedient, clear communication, servicemembers are immersed in a linguistic world apart from the daily life of a civilian.
Musical note. In music, a note is a small bit of sound, similar to a syllable in speaking a language. For example: in the first two lines of the song Twinkle, twinkle little star, how I wonder what you are there are 14 notes: one for each syllable.
A sharp sign means âthe note that is one half step higher than the natural noteâ. A flat sign means âthe note that is one half step lower than the natural noteâ. Some of the natural notes are only one half step apart, but most of them are a whole step apart. When they are a whole step apart, the note in between them can only be named using a flat or a sharp.