Doctorate

/ˈdɒktərət/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The highest academic degree awarded by a university, often required for legal scholarship and practice qualifications.
    She earned her doctorate before publishing her legal analysis.

Forms

  • doctorate

Commentary

In legal contexts, a doctorate often signifies advanced qualification enabling eligibility for certain legal academic or professional roles.

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