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rickover

 

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Noun rickover has 1 sense
  1. Rickover, Hyman Rickover, Hyman George Rickover - United States admiral who advocated the development of nuclear submarines (1900-1986)
    --1 is a kind of naval officer

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Rickover

Noun - Proper

A person or thing related to Admiral Hyman G. Rickover.

Examples:

  • As a rickover, he was responsible for modernizing the U.S. Navy's nuclear propulsion program.
  • The USS Rickover is a submarine named after Admiral Rickover.

Noun - Common

A follower or supporter of Admiral Hyman G. Rickover's ideas and practices, specifically in relation to naval nuclear propulsion.

Examples:

  • She is a proud rickover, advocating for nuclear power in the military.
  • The rickovers believe in the importance of safe and efficient nuclear propulsion systems.

Adjective

Relating to Admiral Hyman G. Rickover or his methods of operation.

Examples:

  • The rickover program revolutionized the naval industry.
  • His rickover approach to leadership emphasized discipline and high standards.

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