/ˈdɒktrɪn/ – noun
Definition: học thuyết, chủ nghĩa, nguyên lý.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, doctrine refers to a principle or rule of law established through past decisions or legal interpretations that guides court decisions in similar cases. It can also refer to a body of principles or teachings that form the basis of a particular legal system or area of law.
Example: The doctrine of stare decisis: This is the principle that courts should adhere to precedents established in previous cases.