A subordinate or assistant doctor; specifically a person trained to a lower level than a doctor, who is able to carry out some routine medical procedures.
Origin
Early 17th century (in an earlier sense). From sub- + doctor.
Definition of sub-doctor in US English:
sub-doctor
nounˈsʌbˌdɒktə
A subordinate or assistant doctor; specifically a person trained to a lower level than a doctor, who is able to carry out some routine medical procedures.
Origin
Early 17th century (in an earlier sense). From sub- + doctor.