Synonyms for
Doc
Definition
Doc is a shortened form of the word 'doctor', which means a person who is trained and licensed to practice medicine.
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- doctor's note
- sick note
- doctor's appointment
- doctor's visit
- medical note
- doctor's office
- doctor's prescription
Word family
Usage note
The word 'doc' is an informal abbreviation for 'document' or 'doctor'. When used for 'document', it is common in technical and computing contexts. As an abbreviation for 'doctor', it is informal and should be avoided in formal settings.
Example sentences
- I have an appointment with the doc tomorrow.
- The doc prescribed me some medicine for my headache.
- The doc is very caring and always listens to his patients.
- I trust my doc to give me the best medical advice.
- The doc gave me a shot and it didn't hurt at all.
Quotes
The best doctor is the one you run to and can't find. - Denis Diderot
The doctor should be opaque to his patients and, like a mirror, should show them nothing but what is shown to him. - Sigmund Freud
The art of medicine consists of amusing the patient while nature cures the disease. - Voltaire