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.
DEFINITION of 'C-Note'. C-note is a slang term for a $100 banknote in American currency. The C in C-note refers to the Roman numeral for 100, which was printed on $100 bills, and it can also refer to century. The term came to prominence in the 1920s and 1930s, and it was popularized in a number of gangster films.