doc

noun

ˈdäk How to pronounce doc (audio)
Definition of docnext
as in doctor
a person specially trained in healing human medical disorders currently completing a residency as an emergency room doc

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Recent Examples of doc Applegate was released after his May 23 arrest, and returned to Sabrina Carpenter's home on May 24 and May 25, according to the singer's private security guards in court docs. — Andrea Dresdale, ABC News, 18 June 2026 After the tournament, Netflix will likely keep soccer fans engaged with sports docs before airing the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in its biggest dive into sports broadcasting to date. — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 17 June 2026 Fast forward to May and Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, filed for divorce from her citing irreconcilable differences, according to court docs obtained and reviewed by Entertainment Weekly. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 16 June 2026 According to court docs, Wacasey approved of the procedure. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for doc
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  1. doctor
  2. physician
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  • Nelson believes trials like this one are just the beginning of the future of regenerative medicine — and of a future where doctors will be able to repair brain damage.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
  • Cuba’s doctors for decades have worked in developing nations such as Gambia and Venezuela, skilled in providing care with scarce resources.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 July 2026
Definition of doctor
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  • Wen is an emergency physician and clinical associate professor at George Washington University.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • His research has revealed a history that extends beyond one church to include Black architects, physicians, Freemasons and civic leaders whose contributions helped shape Kansas City.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 6 July 2026
Definition of physician

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“Doc.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doc. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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