noun

veterinarian

veterinarian, vet

The veterinarian treated the sick cat.

The veterinarian treated the sick cat.

You should take your dog to the veterinarian.

You should take your dog to the veterinarian.

a veterinarian an animal doctor You should take your dog to the veterinarian.

Synonyms: vet, animal doctor

From Latin 'veterinarius', meaning 'of or relating to beasts of burden'.

The common, short form is 'vet'. Think of it as a 'veteran' at treating animals.

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