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veterinary

/ˈvɛt.ɹɪ.nɛɹ.i/

Meanings
  • noun

    A professional who practices veterinary medicine, treating diseases, injuries, and administering preventative care for animals.

    - "The veterinary diagnosed the sick horse."
    - "You should take your pet to the veterinary for regular check-ups."
  • noun

    The branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and injuries in animals.

    - "Veterinary medicine is a science-based profession."
    - "The veterinary clinic was bustling with activity."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with veterinary
terrify , carry-on , berry , quarry
Variants
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veterinary , veterinaries , veterinary medicine , veterinary surgeon , veterinary surgeons
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'veterinarius', meaning 'attendant to animals'.


Trivia
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  1. The first veterinary school was established in Lyon, France, in 1761.

  2. The term 'veterinary' comes from the Latin word 'veterinarius', which means 'attendant to animals'.


Related Concepts
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  1. Veterinary science: The scientific study of animal health and disease.

  2. Animal husbandry: The practice of managing and taking care of farm animals.


Culture
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Veterinary medicine has a rich cultural history, dating back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, China, and Greece. It has been depicted in literature, art, and music throughout history.

How to Memorize "veterinary"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person in a white coat with a stethoscope around their neck, examining an animal.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the care and protection of animals.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the phrase 'Vets help pets get better' to remember the meaning.


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