Veteran — synonyms, definition

1. veteran (a)

accustomed familiar with habituated practiced seasoned skilled versed

2. veteran (Noun)

authority ex-serviceman gaffer genius hick maestro master old hand old man old stager old-timer oldster oldtimer patriarch professional specialist stager vet veteran soldier warhorse

veteran (Noun) — A serviceman who has seen considerable active service. ex. "the veterans laughed at the new recruits"

veteran (Noun) — A person who has served in the armed forces.

veteran (Noun) — An experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service.

expert man military man military personnel serviceman servicewoman legionnaire American Legion VFW Veterans of Foreign Wars

3. veteran (Adjective)

veteran (Adjective) — Rendered competent through trial and experience. ex. "veteran steadiness" ex. "a veteran officer"