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/dɔk.tœʁ/

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Translation

Dr. (abbreviation for docteur)

Word origin

An abbreviation of docteur, from Latin doctor ('teacher'), the agent noun of docere ('to teach').

Origin
Latin
Root
doctor
English cognates
doctor, doctrine

Examples

Dupont .

Dr Dupont will see you in a few minutes.

Martin .

We need to call Dr Martin as soon as possible.

Lefebvre -.

Dr Lefebvre's secretary confirmed the appointment.

Martin .

Dr Martin will see you in ten minutes.

J' - Leroy .

I have an appointment with Dr Leroy next Thursday.

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This word is part of lesson 7.