PhD-level
|PhD-level|
/piː eɪtʃ ˈdiː ˌlɛvəl/
advanced expertise
Etymology
'PhD-level' originates from the abbreviation 'PhD' for 'Doctor of Philosophy,' combined with 'level,' indicating a degree of proficiency or expertise.
The term 'PhD' comes from the Latin 'Philosophiae Doctor,' and 'level' has been used in English since the Middle Ages to denote a degree or rank.
Initially, 'PhD' referred specifically to the degree, but 'PhD-level' has evolved to describe a high level of expertise or knowledge.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
denoting a level of knowledge, skill, or expertise that is equivalent to that required for a Doctor of Philosophy degree.
The course is designed to be PhD-level, challenging even for experienced professionals.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42