English · Body & Health
doctor
/ˈdɒk.tə/
[/ˈdɒk.tə/]
medical professional
Beginnernoun
Definition
A person trained and qualified to treat people who are ill or injured.
Example
The doctor reassured the worried patient that the illness was mild and would soon pass.
The doctor reassured the worried patient that the illness was mild and would soon pass.
Etymology
From Latin 'doctor' (teacher), from 'docere' (to teach); the medical sense developed later.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for medical professionals and holders of doctoral degrees.