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doctor

Doctor

Beginnernoun · m

Definition

A person trained to treat sick people.

Example

Trebuie să mergi la doctor.

You should go to the doctor.

Etymology

The term 'doctor' comes from the Latin 'doctor', meaning 'teacher', which relates to its historical use for educated individuals. In Romanian, the term specifically refers to a medical practitioner.

How & Where It’s Used

'Doctor' is used in formal contexts, primarily in written language and professional settings like hospitals or clinics. It is uniformly understood across regions.

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