Vet (Noun)

Meaning 1

A doctor who practices veterinary medicine.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The cat's owner took it to a vet to get its vaccination shots.
  • After graduating from vet school, she opened her own animal clinic.
  • They took the injured dog to the local animal hospital to see a vet.
  • The vet prescribed antibiotics to treat the puppy's infected ear.
  • Before adopting a pet, it's recommended to visit a vet to get advice on animal care.

Synonyms

  • Veterinary Surgeon
  • Veterinarian
  • Veterinary

Hypernyms

  • Medico
  • Doc
  • Physician
  • Dr.
  • Doctor

Hyponyms

  • Horse Doctor

Related Words

  • Vet (verb)

Meaning 2

A person who has served in the armed forces.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The vet couldn't stop talking about his experiences in the war to anyone who would listen.
  • After serving for 10 years, the vet was proud to receive his honorable discharge.
  • As a vet, John struggled to find a job that matched his skills when he returned to civilian life.
  • The vet walked into the crowded room, his military uniform and medals drawing the attention of everyone.
  • She met her future husband at a support group for vets, where they bonded over their shared experiences.

Synonyms

  • Veteran
  • Ex-serviceman

Hypernyms

  • Serviceman
  • Military Personnel
  • Man

Hyponyms

  • Legionnaire
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