POSTDOC

postdoc, post doc

(noun) a scholar or researcher who is involved in academic study beyond the level of a doctoral degree

postdoctoral, postdoc, post doc

(noun) a grant that funds postdoctoral study or research

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

postdoc (plural postdocs)

(informal) A postdoctoral academic research position.

(informal) Someone in such a position.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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Coffee Trivia

Raw coffee beans, soaked in water and spices, are chewed like candy in many parts of Africa.

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