Veteran
Veteran
Veteran (/ˈvɛtərən/; from Latin veteranus, "old") is a term used to describe a person who has had long service or experience in a particular occupation or field, most commonly referring to individuals who have served in the military.
Etymology
The term veteran comes from the Latin word veteranus, meaning "old, aged". It was first used in English in the late 15th century to describe old soldiers.
Related Terms
- Military veteran: A person who has served and is no longer serving in a military.
- War veteran: A person who has served in a war.
- Combat veteran: A person who has engaged in combat during their military service.
- Disabled veteran: A person who was injured during their military service.
- Veterans Day: A public holiday in the United States honoring military veterans.
- Veterans Affairs: A government-run military veteran benefit system.
Pronunciation
In English, veteran is pronounced as /ˈvɛtərən/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Veteran
- Wikipedia's article - Veteran
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