veteran

Definition

  • noun: someone who fought in a war as a soldier, sailor, etc.
  • noun: an old soldier of long service
  • synonyms: experienced, experient

Examples

  • He's a 10-year 'veteran' with/of the team.

  • a 'veteran' of the political scene

  • a 'veteran' politician

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Yeah, we'll do that. Oh, you know, I read your book last night. Oh, so you're the one. Do you still, uh, do you still counsel veterans? - No, I don't. - Why not? Well, I gave it up when my wife got sick. You ever wonder what your life (..)
    1997 Good Will Hunting