Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
war-vet
noun
/ˈwɔr vɛt/
Definition
A veteran of a war, especially one who has served in combat.
Examples
- The community held a ceremony to honor the war-vets from the recent conflict.
- Many war-vets face challenges adjusting to civilian life after their service.
Meaning
A war-vet is someone who has participated in military operations during wartime and has combat experience.
Synonyms
- combat veteran
- military veteran
