A doe is a female deer, particularly those that are young or have not yet reached sexual maturity. The term can also be used to refer to any young female animal, such as rabbits or goats.
Usage examples
Doe is commonly used to refer to a female deer: "In the forest, I spotted two does grazing peacefully."
It can be used as a placeholder name, similar to John or Jane: "The suspect, later identified as John Doe, was apprehended at the scene."
Doe is also an abbreviation for Department of Education: "She works at the Doe, assisting with educational programs."
In business, Doe can be used to represent a hypothetical customer or client: "Our marketing campaign targets the average Jane and John Doe."
In a legal context, Doe can be used as a placeholder name for an unknown or anonymous individual: "The lawsuit was filed against John Doe, the unidentified driver responsible for the accident."