1.
veterinarian; vet
A doctor who treats animals.
猫を獣医に連れて行った。
I took the cat to the vet.
獣医になるには、6年間大学で学ぶ必要がある。
To become a veterinarian, you need to study at university for six years.
近所に評判のいい獣医がいる。
There's a well-regarded vet in the neighborhood.
FORMATION:
獣 (animal/beast) + 医 (doctor)
FORMAL TERM:
獣医師 is the formal/official term used in legal and professional contexts.
WORKPLACE:
- 動物病院 - animal hospital
- 獣医クリニック - veterinary clinic
COLLOCATIONS:
- 獣医に診てもらう - to have a vet examine (an animal)
- 獣医に連れて行く - to take (an animal) to the vet
- 獣医の資格 - veterinary qualification
Related Words
Related:
医師 (doctor)