In the below paragraph, I cannot figure out the meaning of "about."
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There were shouted commands: "Detachment, forward marchl Left-2-3-4! Left-2-3-4! Left-2-3-4! Left-2-3-4! First man about, left and left and left and left! Caps off!" These words sound in my ears even now. At the order "Caps off!" we passed the gate of the camp, and searchlights were trained upon us.
Top answer
Hi, In a military drill context, if you turn about you do a 180 degree turn. Clive
— Clive
Hi, In a military drill context, if you turn about you do a 180 degree turn.
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