doctor
/ˈdɒktə/
A1 · Beginner★★★★★
Simple Meaning
a person trained to help sick people and give medical treatment.
When to Use
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Beginner — basic words and phrases
Examples in Conversation
“You should see a doctor if your cough doesn't get better.”
“My doctor told me to drink more water and rest.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A physician; a member of the medical profession; one who is trained and licensed to heal the sick or injured. The final examination and qualification may award a doctor degree in which case the post-nominal letters are D.O., DPM, M.D., DMD, DDS, in the US or MBBS in the UK.
“If you still feel unwell tomorrow, see your doctor.”
Related Words
Synonyms:
physicianmedicGP
Antonyms:
patient
Word Family:
doctorsdoctoringdoctoral