veteran — a person who has had long experience in a particular field
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who has had long experience in a particular field
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvet̬ərən/
Example Sentences
- The veteran chef could make a five-course meal with his eyes closed and one hand tied behind his back.
- As a veteran gamer, he knew all the cheat codes by heart.
- The veteran driver could parallel park a school bus in a space meant for a bicycle.
veteran
NOUN[/ˈvet̬ərən/]
a person who has had long experience in a particular field
Veteran chef shows decades of expertise
The veteran teaches the tactical pattern!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'veteranus', which is formed from 'vetus' meaning 'old' or 'aged'. Originally denoting a soldier who had served for a long period, the term gradually extended to mean an experienced practitioner in any field.
Breakdown
vetus (old, aged) + -anus (adjective suffix forming agent nouns). The suffix -anus marks one who possesses the quality of being old or long-serving.
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📝Examples
“The veteran chef could make a five-course meal with his eyes closed and one hand tied behind his back.”
“As a veteran gamer, he knew all the cheat codes by heart.”
“The veteran driver could parallel park a school bus in a space meant for a bicycle.”
“She's a veteran mom who can locate any missing item in under 30 seconds.”
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