Meaning of "D.P."
This refers to a Netflix drama about a military desertion task force that tracks down and arrests deserters; it is a term used to bring attention to hazing and violence within the military by quoting and sharing scenes or messages from the show as memes.
"Lately, people have been mentioning D.P. a lot in online communities, and posts about abuse have been spreading quickly."
Related slang words
Fake ManThis is a cultural phenomenon based on the UDT training experience content from the YouTube channel "Fake Man," which intentionally exaggerates the atmosphere of extreme and military training for comedic effect, thereby spreading memes and neologisms.Salad BarIt refers to a salad that has a "ration" or "supply" vibe, reminiscent of the sweet cabbage salad often served in military mess halls.Rice by the grainA slang term used in the military to refer to hardtack; it is also used metaphorically to describe something dry and crumbly, a hard snack, or a rough and harsh atmosphere.New recruitContent that satirizes and critiques the absurdities and contradictions of military life through the perspective or experiences of a specific character (usually a "new recruit")Lost rubber ringThis phrase is used to describe a situation that starts out as a minor issue—such as losing a small item or encountering a problem during military service—but eventually leads to growing panic and embarrassment.The Blue TowerThis term refers to the legendary sitcom "Blue Tower," which realistically yet comically depicts life in the South Korean military, and encompasses the memes and broader culture that have emerged from the show.leakyA derogatory term used to describe a state of laziness and disarray resulting from a loss of discipline or tensionWeapons Presentation CeremonyThis is a solemn ceremony marking the first time recruits receive their firearms after entering basic training camp.