dose

noun C1

Meaning

A dose refers to a specific quantity of a substance, typically a medication or drug, administered at one time, which is calibrated to achieve a desired therapeutic effect while minimizing potential adverse effects; it can also denote a measured quantity o
💡 The term "dose" is often misused in casual contexts to refer to any amount of a substance, but in scientific and medical contexts, it implies a carefully calculated and regulated quantity.

Example Sentences

The doctor prescribed a daily dose of medication for recovery .
The marketing team received a dose of new budget for campaigns .
The prescribed dose must be taken exactly as directed by the physician .

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