Prescript
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɹiːskɹɪpt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Prescript is a noun meaning Something prescribed; a rule, regulation or dictate.
Meaning
Something prescribed; a rule, regulation or dictate.
More Meanings
- Directed; prescribed.
- (obsolete) A medical prescription.
Example Sentences
By his prescript a sanctuary is framed Of cedar
Nor did he ever with so much regret submit unto any prescript, as when his physicians, after his great fever that he had in Oxford , required him to eat suppers.
A Holy place is ſomething, a ſeparate time is ſomething, a preſcript form of words is more, and ſeparate and ſolemn actions are more yet; but all theſe are made common by a common perſon, and therefore without a diſtinction of perſons have not a natural and reaſonable diſtinction and ſolemnity and exterior religion.
Word Forms
- prescripts
Synonyms for prescript
Depending on context, synonyms include rule.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rule, epistolary, precepit, forescript, proscript, precept.
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