Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
just-what-the-doctor-ordered
idiom
/jʌst wɒt ðə ˈdɒktə ˈɔːdəd/
Definition
An expression used to describe something that is exactly what is needed or wanted.
Examples
- After a long day at work, a hot bath was just what the doctor ordered.
- This delicious meal is just what the doctor ordered after a tiring hike.
- Taking a short vacation was just what the doctor ordered for their stress levels.
Meaning
This phrase conveys that something is perfect for a particular situation or fulfillment of a desire, often used in a positive context.
Synonyms
- exactly what you need
- perfect solution
- ideal choice
