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vet
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/ vÉt /
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Definition of vet
noun
verb (used with object), vet·ted, vet·ting.
to appraise, verify, or check for accuracy, authenticity, suitability, etc.: An expert vetted the manuscript before publication.
to examine or treat in one's capacity as a veterinarian.
verb (used without object), vet·ted, vet·ting.
to work as a veterinarian.
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Origin of vet
1First recorded in 1860â65; short for veterinarian
Words nearby vet
vesture, Vesuvian, vesuvianite, vesuvianite jade, Vesuvius, vet, vetch, vetchling, veter., veteran, veteran car
Other definitions for vet (2 of 3)
Origin of vet
2An Americanism dating back to 1865â70; shortened form
Other definitions for vet (3 of 3)
vet.
abbreviation
veteran.
veterinarian.
veterinary.
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British Dictionary definitions for vet (1 of 3)
vet1
/ (vÉt) /
noun
short for veterinary surgeon
verb vets, vetting or vetted
(tr) mainly British to make a prior examination and critical appraisal of (a person, document, scheme, etc)the candidates were well vetted See also positive vetting
to examine, treat, or cure (an animal)
British Dictionary definitions for vet (2 of 3)
British Dictionary definitions for vet (3 of 3)
vet.
abbreviation for
veteran
veterinarian
veterinary
Also (for senses 2, 3): veter
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