"doctrine" meaning in English

See doctrine in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /ˈdɑktrɪn/ [US], /ˈdɒktrɪn/ [UK] Audio: en-us-doctrine.ogg [US] Forms: doctrine [singular], doctrines [plural]
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  1. A doctrine is a particular principle, position, or policy taught or advocated, as of a religion or government.
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  2. A doctrine is something that is taught; teachings collectively: religious doctrine.
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  3. A doctrine is a body or system of teachings relating to a particular subject: the doctrine of the Catholic Church.
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