doctrine
[ dok-trin ]
/ ˈdɒk trɪn /
noun
a particular principle, position, or policy taught or advocated, as of a religion or government: Catholic doctrines; the Monroe Doctrine.
something that is taught; teachings collectively: religious doctrine.
a body or system of teachings relating to a particular subject: the doctrine of the Catholic Church.
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doctrine
/ (ˈdɒktrɪn) /
noun
a creed or body of teachings of a religious, political, or philosophical group presented for acceptance or belief; dogma
a principle or body of principles that is taught or advocated
Derived Forms
Word Origin for doctrine
C14: from Old French, from Latin doctrīna teaching, from doctor see doctor
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