vet
//vɛt//
Noun
vetSingular
vetsPlural
1
A veterinarian; a doctor who treats animals
We took our dog to the vet for a checkup.
Synonym
Noun
vetSingular
vetsPlural
1
A veteran; a person who has served in the military or has long experience in a particular field
He's a Vietnam vet who served two tours of duty.
Synonym
Verb
vetInfinitive
vetPresent tense
vettedPast tense
vettedPast participle
vettingPresent participle
vetsThird-person singular
1
To examine or investigate someone or something carefully and critically, especially to verify suitability or accuracy
All candidates are carefully vetted before being hired.
2
To provide veterinary care to an animal
The veterinarian vetted the injured dog and prescribed medication.