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docent
[doh-suhnt, doh-tsent]
noun
a college or university lecturer.
a person who is a knowledgeable guide, especially one who conducts visitors through a museum and delivers a commentary on the exhibitions.
docent
/ ˈəʊəԳ /
noun
a voluntary worker who acts as a guide in a museum, art gallery, etc
(in the US) a lecturer in some colleges or universities
Other Word Forms
- docentship noun
- ˈdzԳˌ noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of docent1
Example Sentences
Nemecek, a docent at the ranch for more than two decades, said it was challenging to keep Rogers’ memory alive even when the house was still standing.
Zorthian’s granddaughter, Julia, lived at the ranch, along with about more than a dozen docents and artists, and she said the community thrived in the ordered lawlessness of the unincorporated area.
A community of about 20 people lived and worked at the ranch as docents, hosting drawing and yoga classes.
We love having docents who can help guide visitors through our space.
Besides conducting tours, the docents staff information kiosks and a museum, help with trail maintenance and log sea otter sightings to aid in habitat restoration efforts.
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