dosed
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/doʊst/
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/dəʊst/
(dose)
measured quantity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dose' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'dosis,' where 'dosis' meant 'a giving.'
Historical Evolution
'dosis' transformed into the Latin word 'dosis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dose' through Old French 'dose.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a giving,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a measured quantity of medicine.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'dose'.
The doctor dosed the patient with antibiotics.
Synonyms
Verb 2
to administer a measured amount of a substance.
She dosed the medicine carefully.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42