Monday, June 30, 2014

VETERAN

WORD: VETERAN

MEANING:
n.
1. A person who is long experienced or practiced in an activity or capacity: a veteran of political campaigns.
2. A person who has served in the armed forces: "Privilege, a token income . . . were allowed for veterans of both world wars" (Mavis Gallant).
3. An old soldier who has seen long service.
adj.
1. Having had long experience or practice: a veteran actor.
2. Of or relating to former members of the armed forces: veteran benefits.

EXAMPLE/USAGE:
1. Gandhiji was a veteran freedom fighter
2. the veterans laughed at the new recruits
3. A veteran actor thankful to audiance

PRONOUNCE:
vet·er·an - वेटरन / वेट्रन

LINK: VETERAN

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