veterinarian

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English

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Etymology

From Latin veterīnārius (“cattle doctor”) +‎ -an, from veterīnae (“beasts of burden, draught-”), probably from vehō (“to convey, draw”), or from vetus (“old”).

Pronunciation

  • (General American) IPA(key): /ˌvɛt(ə)ɹəˈnɛɹ.i.ən/, /ˌvɛtʃ.ɹɪnˈɛɹ.i.ən/, /ˌvɛʔ.n̩ˈɛɹ.i.ən/
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  • Hyphenation: vet‧er‧i‧nar‧i‧an

Noun

veterinarian (plural veterinarians)

  1. A medical doctor who treats non-human animals.
    Synonyms: vet, veterinary surgeon, veterinary, animal doctor

Usage notes

  • In many jurisdictions, the use of the title veterinarian is restricted by law to persons with specific degrees or licenses.

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Adjective

veterinarian (not comparable)

  1. veterinary

See also

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