noun
veterinarian; vet
Standard term for a veterinarian; used in both formal and casual contexts.
彼は獣医になるために大学で勉強している。
He is studying at university to become a veterinarian.
犬が病気になったので、すぐに獣医に連れて行った。
My dog got sick, so I took him to the vet right away.
Compound of 獣 (beast, animal) and 医 (doctor, medicine).