veteran

noun
UK: /ˈvetərən/
US: /ˈvetərən/

  1. Someone who has a lot of experience in a particular activity or job.

    1. She's a veteran teacher, she knows how to manage kids.
    2. He's a veteran journalist; he has seen many political changes and reported them for years.

  2. A person who has served in the armed forces, especially during a war.

    1. My grandfather is a veteran, he fought in World War II.
    2. The veteran received a medal for his bravery during his active service in the war.

Synonyms

experienced old-timer warrior professional expert
veteran adjective

  1. Having a lot of experience in a particular activity or job.

    1. He is a veteran player, that's why coach respects him.
    2. The veteran employee mentored the new hires, sharing tips for success and shortcuts.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "veteran" in English means: Someone who has a lot of experience in a particular activity or job., A person who has served in the armed forces, especially during a war..

The phonetic transcription of "veteran" is /ˈvetərən/ in British English and /ˈvetərən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "veteran": experienced, old-timer, warrior, professional, expert.

Example usage of "veteran": "She's a veteran teacher, she knows how to manage kids.". More examples on the page.