Jake: Okay, Captain-Captain Holt: I know we live in a world where anything can mean anything, and nobody even cares about etymolo- Jake: Maybe let's refocus. It's literally describing a doctor.
The problem here is that medical practitioners have co-opted the word "doctor". Holt's character is usually never portrayed in the way most gay men are on television. But those brief moments where he engages in more "stereotypical" behavior make for shocking and hilarious moments on the show, and add new layers to the stiff and reserved Captain. However, there have been times when he treats his employees and friends badly. Captain Holt is one of the funniest characters despite being completely emotionless and stoic, and he's a lovable mentor who understands and respects his subordinates. RELATED: 10 Best Terry Quotes From Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

Captain Holt: No! 1 So Thank You Here are 5 times Captain Holt was a terrible person and 5 times he was the best. Captain Holt: A PhD is a doctorate.