Meaning of 'John Doe'
What does the saying 'John Doe' mean?
Idiom: John Doe
Meaning:
John Doe is a name given to an unidentified male who may be party to legal proceedings, or to an unidentified person in hospital, or dead. Jane Doe is the female equivalent.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Person's name |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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