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Doses

Noun / ˈdəʊsʌz / / ˈdəʊsɪz / Another word for doses — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a quantity of medicine or drug taken or recommended to be taken at a particular time

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

allowances portions measures quantities

Informal

swigs gulps shots slugs

Literary

draughts measures portions

Antonyms

abstain refrain avoid withhold desist halt

Common collocations

  • take a dose
  • daily dose
  • high dose
  • low dose
  • single dose
  • repeated dose
  • therapeutic dose
  • lethal dose

Word family

noun dose
verb dose
adjective dosable

Usage note

As a verb, 'dose' often implies administering a specific amount of medicine or substance. As a noun, it refers to a quantity of something, often medicine.

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Example sentences

  1. The doctor prescribed two doses of medicine for my illness.
  2. I need to take my doses of medicine at the same time every day.
  3. The nurse gave me a dose of medicine to help me feel better.
  4. The instructions say to take only one dose per day.
  5. I forgot to take my morning dose of medication.

Quotes

  • A dose of humility goes a long way in life.
  • Laughter is the best medicine, but if you're laughing for no reason, you need medicine.
  • A small dose of nostalgia can make you feel alive.

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