Definition

A unit used to measure the intensity of pain.

Example

The doctor asked me to rate my pain on a scale of dols.

Conversation

I read that they measure pain with something called a dol.

Really? I had no idea there was a specific unit for that.

Yeah, it makes sense to quantify something as subjective as pain.

It does! I wonder how they even determine the dol levels.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'dol' originates from Latin 'dolor', meaning pain or sorrow. It refers to a state of suffering or distress.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dolor' which means pain, and remember that 'dol' relates to feelings of sorrow or distress.

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