A term that is widely used in texting and chat, and on Facebook and elsewhere on the internet, but what does GI mean in slang?
Most Common GI Meaning
GI means a member of the United States Armed Forces. The term originated in World War I when it was used to denote equipment made from Galvanized Iron, such as metal trash cans, in U.S. Army inventories and supply records. During that war, GI started being interpreted as Government Issue or General Issue for the general items of equipment of soldiers and airmen. The meaning of GI as a member of the United States Armed Forces came into widespread use during World War II.
Using GI
GI is used to refer to soldiers of the U.S. Army, airmen of the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marines and sailors of the U.S. Navy, and also for general items of their equipment.
Example
Yeet, my GI bf is due back home this evening!
Alternative GI Meaning
Glycemic Index.
What Does GI Mean?
A member of the United States Armed Forces.