Prescribe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹɪˈskɹaɪb/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Prescribe is a verb meaning (medicine) To order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).
Meaning
(medicine) To order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).
More Meanings
- To specify by writing as a required procedure or ritual; to lay down authoritatively as a guide, direction, or rule of action.
- (law) To develop or assert a right; to make a claim (by prescription).
- (law) To become invalidated or unenforceable by prescription, to lapse
Example Sentences
Prescribe not us our duties.
The doctor prescribed aspirin.
The property meets the criteria prescribed by the regulations.
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Word Forms
- prescribes
- prescribing
- prescribed
Synonyms for prescribe
Depending on context, synonyms include order, dictate.
Antonyms for prescribe
Common opposites include proscribe.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include order, dictate, clarify, fix, contain, determine.
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