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vet·er·an
 veteran
- pronunciation:
- ve
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a person who was formerly part of the armed forces, esp. during a war.
This holiday honors the country's war veterans.As a veteran, he was able to get a college education.
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| definition 2: |
a person who has had long experience in a particular activity.
The veteran gave the rookie player a few tips.- antonyms:
- apprentice, beginner, novice, tyro
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| related words: |
ace, expert |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
having had long experience in a particular activity.
As a veteran performer, she knew what to do when other actors forgot their lines. |
| definition 2: |
of or pertaining to persons who have formerly served in the armed forces.
veteran status |
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