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Veteran

Vĕt'er-an, a.

adjective

a. [Lat. veteranus, from vetus, veteris, old, It., Sp., & Pg. veterano.] Long exercised in any thing, especially in military life and the duties of a soldier; long practiced or experienced; as, a veteran officer or soldier; veteran skill. “The insinuating eloquence and delicate flattery of veteran diplomatists and courtiers.” Macaulay.

Vĕt'er-an, n.

noun

n. [Lat. veteranus (sc. miles), It., Sp., & Pg. veterano, Fr. vétéran.] One who has been long exercised in any service or art, particularly in war; one who has grown old in service, and has had much experience.

Ensigns that pierced the foe's remotest lines, The hardy veteran with tears resigns. Addison.