Definition of Doctrine
Doctrine
doc·trine
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A set of principles or beliefs taught or advocated by a particular group or individual.
e.g. The professor's doctrine on economics was widely accepted by the academic community.
(noun)
a teaching, or a statement of the principles used in a branch of study/knowledge;
e.g. This is the most fundamental doctrine of my field of study.
(noun)
in American usage, a declaration of a fundamental government principle or policy, especially in areas such as military affairs or international/foreign relations;
e.g. The party released its doctrine containing changes to its international policy.
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