docent

• Существительное, обозначающее преподавателя или лектора в университете, часто не имеющего полного профессорского звания.

A noun referring to a teacher or lecturer at a university, often one who does not hold a full professorship.

1. University teacherB2formal

   A teacher or lecturer at a university, especially in certain European countries.

   Доцент

   • The docent gave a fascinating lecture on ancient history.
   • She was appointed as a docent at the university last year.
   • Docent positions often require advanced degrees.

   Synonymsacademicinstructorlecturerreaderteacher

2. Museum guideB2formalamerican

   A person who guides visitors through a museum or gallery, often providing educational commentary.

   Экскурсовод

   • The docent explained the history of each painting in the gallery.
   • We joined a tour led by a knowledgeable docent.
   • The museum docent answered all our questions about the exhibit.

   Synonymsciceroneguidetour guide