veteran Synonyms

seasoned veterans knowledgeable oldtimer vet battle-scarred old-timer baby boomer consultant trouper wise weathered virtuoso veterinary versed ex-serviceman broken in longtime long-serving practised old soldier old guard oldcomer old hand doyen old stager paratrooper oldest elder statesman warhorse past master commando trained stager specialist master hardened graybeard gaffer firstling expert experienced elder crone competent campaigner adept ace accomplished monarchist