Word of the Day - Vet

[debodun]

Vet (as a verb) - to appraise, verify, or check for accuracy, authenticity or suitability.

People asking for membership in Facebook groups should be vetted before being accepted.

 

[Remy]

I stay clear of Facebook groups. What I've heard they can really be volatile.

 

[palides2021]

Every person who applies for a position is vetted by the Human Resources staff.

 

[Mizmo]

I would certainly vet for my Granddaughter who is a qualified Vet

 

[hollydolly]

Vet is more often used in the USA to describe and Ex Military person.. whereas in the UK, Vet is almost always used to describe a doctor of animals

 

[debodun]

Vet is more often used in the USA to describe and Ex Military person.. whereas in the UK, Vet is almost always used to describe a doctor of animals

Yes, when used as a noun.

 

[hollydolly]

Yes, when used as a noun.

..but in the UK it's still not used to describe someone who is ex military...