old sweat
The term "old sweat" originates from British military slang, particularly from World War I, and is used to denote experience and longevity in a field.
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Definition
B2Military
(slang, British)A veteran soldier who has extensive experience in combat.
Example
- The new recruits looked up to the old sweat for guidance during their first deployment.
B2General
(slang, British)An individual who has significant experience in a particular job or activity.
Example
- As an old sweat in the publishing industry, she knew all the ins and outs of the business.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "old sweat":
sweat holesweat outflop sweatsweat it outsweat bloodbreak a sweatworn out