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(), a.[L. veteranus, from vetus, veteris, old; akin to Gr. year, Skr. vatsara. See Wether.] Long exercised in anything, 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. Vet"eran (), n.[L. veteranus (sc. miles): cf. F. vtran.] One who has been long exercised in any service or art, particularly in war; one who has had. Ensigns that pierced the foe's remotest lines, The hardy veteran with tears resigns. Addison. In the United States, during the civil war, soldiers who had served through one term of enlistment and had renlisted were specifically designated veterans. スポンサード リンク
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