"Clicks" in the military refer to miles. This term is used primarily in the United States Marine Corps and United States Navy, where it is a more casual way of referring to distances.
Here's a breakdown of how "clicks" are used:
- One click equals one nautical mile. A nautical mile is approximately 1.15 statute miles.
- "Clicks" are used in navigation and communication. For example, a pilot might report their position as "10 clicks north of the airfield."
- The term is also used informally to describe distances in general. For example, a Marine might say "We walked five clicks to the training area."
While "clicks" is a common term in the military, it's important to remember that it's not a standard unit of measurement. In official documentation and communication, nautical miles are always used.
