doctor's degree
Americannoun
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a degree awarded to a graduate of a school of medicine, dentistry, or veterinary science.
Example Sentences
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“It is unbelievable that a person who has a doctor’s degree in law has not read the bill through,” said Robert Kropiwnicki of the opposition Civic Coalition.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 2, 2023
My husband has a master’s and doctor’s degree in business administration, so in theory, has the tools to run a business.
From Slate • Jun. 23, 2022
He shies away from the praise of peers by refusing to accept Emmy nominations; yet he flaunts his doctor's degree in education, earned at age 39.
From Time Magazine Archive
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I couldn't understand it, and told him that three years ago I defended my master's thesis and explained the difference between a master's and doctor's degree.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Nansen had an arduous task before him in the spring of 1888, one that demanded all his strength and energy, for he would take his doctor’s degree, and make preparations for his expedition to Greenland.
From Fridtjof Nansen A book for the young by Bull, Jacob B.
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