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dose
/dɔz/
a measured amount of medicine or substance
Le médecin a prescrit une dose quotidienne de ce médicament.
The doctor prescribed a daily dose of this medication.
Medicine
Medical
A specific quantity of a substance, especially medicine, to be taken at one time.
Il faut prendre une dose de ce sirop deux fois par jour.
You need to take a dose of this syrup twice a day.
In medical contexts, 'dose' refers to the precise amount of a drug or treatment administered.
informal
An amount of something, often used metaphorically to describe exposure or experience.
Il a reçu une bonne dose de critiques après son discours.
He received a good dose of criticism after his speech.
In informal contexts, 'dose' can refer to a large amount of something, often negative.
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Pro Tip
Medical vs. Informal Use
Be mindful of the context when using 'dose'. In medical settings, it refers to precise measurements, while in everyday language, it can describe exposure to experiences or emotions.
Gold Rule
Precision in Medicine
Always use 'dose' with precision in medical contexts to avoid confusion or harm.
Word Origin
From Latin 'dosis', meaning 'a giving' or 'a portion'.
Usage Notes
In medical contexts, 'dose' is precise and measured. In informal contexts, it can be used more loosely to describe exposure to something.
Word Breakdown
dose
a measured amount
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