doctrine
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noun \ˈdäk-trən\Definition of DOCTRINE
1
archaic : teaching, instruction
2
a : something that is taught b : a principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma c : a principle of law established through past decisions d : a statement of fundamental government policy especially in international relations e : a military principle or set of strategies
See Examples of DOCTRINE
- The government was founded on a doctrine of equality for all people.
- Many psychologists now question the doctrines of Sigmund Freud.
- teaching religious doctrine to young people
Origin of DOCTRINE
Middle English, from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin doctrina, from doctor
First Known Use: 14th century
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