- a particular principle, position, or policy taught or advocated, as of a religion or government: Catholic doctrines;the Monroe Doctrine.
- something that is taught; teachings collectively: religious doctrine.
- a body or system of teachings relating to a particular subject: the doctrine of the Catholic Church.
- a creed or body of teachings of a religious, political, or philosophical group presented for acceptance or belief; dogma
- a principle or body of principles that is taught or advocated
