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doctorate
nounmasculineformalcommon/do(w)tuˈɾadu/dou·to·ra·do
Definition
1The highest academic degree, awarded after completing an advanced study program and typically presenting and defending an original thesis.
Usage examples
“He completed his doctorate in Physics at the University of Lisbon.”
“A doctorate is a requirement for many academic careers.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
doctoral programdoctoral thesisdoctoral candidatecomplete a doctorate