veterinarian

noun

vet·​er·​i·​nar·​i·​an ˌve-tə-rə-ˈner-ē-ən How to pronounce veterinarian (audio) ˌve-trə- How to pronounce veterinarian (audio)
ˌve-tə-ˈner-
plural veterinarians
: a person qualified and authorized to practice veterinary medicine
Other diagnostic procedures that may be used include imaging techniques such as ultrasound and bronchoscopy, which enables a veterinarian to examine the interior of an animal's airway …Tom Ewing
If your cat shows signs of anaphylaxis, take it to a veterinarian immediately.Amy D. Shojai

Examples of veterinarian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The idea came to him during his own personal crisis In 2011, Stewart was a veterinarian at a Central Valley animal shelter. Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2023 Cases of the condition in dogs have appeared in Oregon, Indiana, Illinois, Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada and throughout the Northeast as veterinarians scramble to determine how to treat it. Michael Dorgan, Fox News, 26 Nov. 2023 Since then, the illness, based on reports from veterinarians, has started spreading east, putting a growing number of U.S. dogs at risk. Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 24 Nov. 2023 Mitchell runs her business while working three nights a week as a veterinarian at a 24-hour emergency hospital. Curtis Bunn, NBC News, 23 Nov. 2023 Rather, veterinarians make the determination when evaluating a dog who is suffering respiratory symptoms but tests negative on a panel of common diseases with similar symptoms, such as kennel cough. Jeremy Childs, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2023 If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 13 Nov. 2023 However, if your dog experiences any adverse reactions like redness, swelling, or irritation, discontinue use and consult with your veterinarian. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Nov. 2023 Amid the fuel dump, the pilot requested a veterinarian to be present at JFK when the plane arrived. Riley Hoffman, ABC News, 14 Nov. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of veterinarian was in 1646

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“Veterinarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/veterinarian. Accessed 4 Dec. 2023.

Kids Definition

veterinarian

noun
vet·​er·​i·​nar·​i·​an ˌvet-ə-rən-ˈer-ē-ən How to pronounce veterinarian (audio) ˌve-trən- How to pronounce veterinarian (audio)
ˌvet-ᵊn-
: a person who is qualified and has been given the authority to treat diseases and injuries of animals

Medical Definition

veterinarian

noun
vet·​er·​i·​nar·​i·​an ˌvet-ə-rən-ˈer-ē-ən How to pronounce veterinarian (audio) ˌve-trən- How to pronounce veterinarian (audio)
ˌvet-ᵊn-
: a person qualified and authorized to practice veterinary medicine

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