Phrase guide

doctor up

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To falsify, or modify something, so that it appears to be better than it is.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • A good way to doctor up a basic cake mix is by adding lemon zest, or coffee.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To train medical students.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • This program will help doctor the novices up.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • Sophisticate rose water with geraniol

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: sophisticate, doctor

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: load, adulterate, stretch, dilute, debase

History

Etymology

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