DOCTOR

1. through the ages the term doctor has meant "a learned man" but in modern times has been strained by its preemption by medical doctors and psychiatrists. (HCO PL 14 Feb 66) 2. the cook is generally addressed as Doctor. (FO 87)

a person who has the highest degree given by a university. Doctor comes from the Latin, meaning "teacher." —New Slant on Life Glossary Final approval 28.1.90