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Tom

1.(n.)A private soldier; typically infantry. Generally used in the plural. The Parachute Regiment refer to Toms. Also known as Jocks (Scottish Regiments), MoW (Men of War), Foxhounds or Blades (THEM). Derived from 'Tommy Atkins'

2. (n.) A street hooker or Whore.