Meaning
veteran, old hand
- a person with long experience in an activity, sport, or profession
- a former member of the armed forces
In a sentence
Marco è un veterano del nostro reparto e conosce bene tutte le procedure.
Marco is a veteran of our department and knows all the procedures well.
La squadra ha bisogno dell'esperienza di un veterano.
The team needs the experience of a veteran.
Non tutti i veterani amano parlare del proprio passato nell'esercito.
Not all veterans like to talk about their past in the army.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| veterano | masculine · singular |
| veterani | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used figuratively for anyone with years of experience in a field.
- The feminine form 'veterana' is commonly used when referring to women.