doctor
Translation
doctor, physician, GP (General Practitioner)
Examples
I need to see a doctor about my cough.
I need to see a doctor about my cough.
She is a Doctor of Philosophy.
She is a Doctor of Philosophy.
Grammar Patterns
((a doctor)) a medical professional I need to see a doctor.
((a Doctor of sth.)) a person with a high academic degree She is a Doctor of Philosophy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: physician, medic (medical); PhD (academic)
Etymology
From Latin 'doctor' meaning 'teacher', from 'docere' meaning 'to teach'.
Memory Tips
A doctor 'teaches' you about your health, linking back to its Latin root 'docere'.