Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

john-doe

noun

/ˈdʒɒn doʊ/

Definition

A placeholder name used to refer to an anonymous or unspecified person.

Examples

In the court case, the victim was referred to as John Doe to protect her identity.
The police often use the name John Doe when they find an unidentified body.

Meaning

John Doe is commonly used in legal contexts or discussions where an individual’s true identity is either unknown or must be withheld for privacy reasons.