No. 13,659 in Swedish
veteran
A person with long experience or someone who has served in the military.
In a sentence
Min farfar är en veteran från andra världskriget.
My grandfather is a veteran from World War II.
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.
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.
Here, 'veteran' describes someone with extensive experience and long-term involvement in a specific domain, such as competitive chess.
Den gamla bilen är en riktig veteran på vägarna.
The old car is a real veteran on the roads.
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.
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