DD

D-D · abbreviation

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Definitions

abbreviation

  1. 1.

    Doctor of Divinity; an advanced academic degree in theology.

  2. 2.

    (military) Destroyer; a type of warship designation.

  3. 3.

    Designated driver; a person who abstains from alcohol to drive others safely.

  4. 4.

    Due diligence; careful investigation before a business transaction.

Related words

See also: PhD, doctor

Etymology

Various origins: Doctor of Divinity from Latin Divinitatis Doctor; Destroyer from naval terminology; Designated Driver and Due Diligence from modern English usage.