dose
/ˈdoːze/a specific quantity of a substance, especially a medicine or drug, to be taken at one time
Devi prendere una dose ogni dodici ore.
You need to take a dose every twelve hours.
In medical contexts, 'dose' refers to the precise amount of medication administered.
a portion or amount of something, often used in a general sense
Mi serve una dose di caffè per svegliarmi.
I need a dose of coffee to wake up.
In informal contexts, 'dose' can refer to any amount of something, not just medicine.
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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 medication amounts, while informally, it can mean any portion.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'dosis', from Greek 'dosis', meaning 'a giving' or 'a portion'.
📝Usage Notes
In Italian, 'dose' is commonly used in medical contexts but can also be used informally to refer to any amount of something.