vet
/vɛt/
verb
- To examine or check something carefully, especially for problems or suitability.
- The editor vets every article for accuracy before publication.
- The company will vet all job applicants before offering interviews.
- We need to vet this contract before signing it.
- To treat or examine an animal medically.
- The farmer vets his sheep every spring.
- Our dog was vetted by the clinic before the trip.
- She vets rescued horses at the shelter.
noun
- A veterinarian; a doctor for animals.
- The vet gave the dog a shot to protect it from rabies.
- My sister is studying to become a vet because she loves animals.
- We took our sick cat to the vet for a checkup.
- A veteran; a person who has served in the military.
- My grandfather is a vet who served in the Navy.
- Many vets receive special benefits for their service.
- The local parade honored all the vets from our town.
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