Definition of Hippocrates in English:
Hippocrates
proper nounhɪˈpɒkrətiːzhɪˈpɑkrədiz
(c.460–377 BC), Greek physician, traditionally regarded as the father of medicine. His name is associated with the medical profession's Hippocratic oath from his attachment to a body of ancient Greek medical writings, probably none of which was written by him.
Rhymes
Harpocrates, Isocrates, Socrates
Definition of Hippocrates in US English:
Hippocrates
proper nounhiˈpäkrədēzhɪˈpɑkrədiz
(c.460–377 BC), Greek physician, traditionally regarded as the father of medicine. His name is associated with the medical profession's Hippocratic oath because of his attachment to a body of ancient Greek medical writings, probably none of which was written by him.