(1907–71), Haitian statesman, president 1957–71; known as Papa Doc. His regime was noted for its oppressive nature, opponents being assassinated or forced into exile by his security force, the Tontons Macoutes.
Definition of Duvalier, François in US English:
Duvalier, François
proper nounˌdo͞ovälˈyā
(1907–71), Haitian statesman, president 1957–71; known as Papa Doc. His regime was noted for its oppressive nature.