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U

Uniform

YOU-nee-form

NATO code word for the letter U

Quick Facts

Pronunciation

YOU-nee-form

Morse Code

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Signal Flag

Maritime U

Visual Signals

Maritime Signal Flag

Uniform maritime flag

International maritime signal flag for U. Used in naval communications and ship-to-ship signaling.

Semaphore Position

Uniform semaphore signal

Semaphore flag position for U. Used for visual flag signaling over short distances.

About Uniform

Uniform is the NATO code for U, referring to standardized clothing.

Why "Uniform"?

Named after uniform clothing, emphasizing standardization and clarity.

Real-World Usage

  • 1

    Aviation: "Uniform airspace, squawk 2000"

  • 2

    Military: "Uniform Company standing by"

  • 3

    Maritime: "Uniform flag - standing into danger"

💡 Memory Trick

School Uniform - students wear U (uniform)

❌ Common Mistakes

Don't confuse Uniform with:

  • United
  • Uncle
  • Ultra
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