Doctor of Philosophy

English

Etymology

From Latin philosophiae + doctor.

Noun

Doctor of Philosophy (plural Doctors of Philosophy)

  1. A terminal research degree and one of the highest doctorates awarded by a university.

Usage notes

Despite its name, the subject studied is not necessarily related to philosophy.

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