Ruchnoi Protivotankovye Granatamyot

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The discussion revolves around the acronym RPG and its meanings, specifically focusing on its origins and interpretations. Participants explore various definitions, including military and gaming contexts, while referencing cultural influences and personal experiences.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants assert that RPG stands for "Ruchnoi Protivotankovye Granatamyot," which translates to "hand held antitank grenade-launcher" in Russian.
  • Others propose that RPG means "rocket-propelled grenade," citing personal experiences and popular culture references, such as the video game Duke Nuke'em 3D.
  • A participant references a military acronym finder that supports the "rocket propelled grenade" interpretation.
  • One participant humorously suggests alternative meanings, such as "randomly propagating gingersnaps" and "rotating passer of gas."
  • Another participant mentions the possibility of RPG also referring to "role-playing game," indicating a different context altogether.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the meaning of RPG, with multiple competing views presented regarding its interpretation in different contexts.

Contextual Notes

Some claims depend on personal interpretations and cultural references, which may not align with formal definitions. The discussion includes informal and humorous contributions that reflect varying levels of familiarity with the term.

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We all know that RPG actually comes from the Russian "Ruchnoi Protivotankovye Granatamyot" meaning hand held antitank grenade-launcher.
What kind do YOU think RPG stands for? Rock propelled grenade? Rotating passer of gas? Randomly propagating gingersnaps?
 
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Mk said:
We all know that RPG actually comes from the Russian "Ruchnoi Protivotankovye Granatamyot" meaning hand held antitank grenade-launcher.
i didn't know that. i thought it meant rocket-propelled grenade. that's what i learned from playing duke nuke'em 3d anyway.
 
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RPG = Rocket Propelled Grenade
Ruchnoi Protivotankovye Granatamyot = Handheld Anti-Tank Grenade Launcher (literal meaning)
 
Role-playing game of course.
 

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