dose
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /doʊs/
KK: /doʊs/
noun
Definition
A specific amount of medicine or a substance that is taken at one time or over a period of time.
Example
The doctor prescribed a dose of medicine to help with her illness.
Conversation
Have you taken your dose of medicine today?
Not yet, I was just about to do that now.
You know, missing a dose can really set you back.
I know, I’ll make sure to stick to my schedule from now on.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
amount
quantity
portion
Antonyms
excess
surplus
overdose
transitive verb
Definition
To give a specific amount of medicine or a substance to someone.
Example
The doctor decided to dose the patient with the appropriate medication for his illness.
Tense Forms
Past: dosed
Past Participle: dosed
Conversation
I heard you were feeling sick, did you get a dose of medicine yet?
Not yet, I'm hoping it will get better on its own.
You should really see a doctor and get a proper dose prescribed.
Root Explanation
Dose → The word 'dose' originates from the Latin 'dosis' (meaning a giving or a dose), which in turn comes from the Greek 'dosis' (meaning a giving or a dose). It refers to a specific quantity of a medicine or drug to be taken at one time.
Memory Tip
Think of 'dosis' meaning a 'giving' — that's why a dose refers to a specific amount of medicine given at one time.
Visually Confused Words
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dowse
douse
diose
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dos
doe
vadose