This is the 13659th most frequent Swedish word.
veteran
A person with long experience or someone who has served in the military.
The word 'veteran' is used to indicate someone who has participated in a significant historical event, specifically as a seasoned member of a military conflict.
Min farfar är en veteran från andra världskriget.
My grandfather is a veteran from World War II.
Here, 'veteran' describes someone with extensive experience and long-term involvement in a specific domain, such as competitive chess.
Han är en veteran i schackturneringar och har tävlat i över två decennier.
He is a veteran in chess tournaments and has competed for over two decades.
In this context, 'veteran' is metaphorically used to describe an object that has been in use for a long time, emphasizing endurance and historical significance.