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dose

Pronunciation: [/ˈdoʊ̯s/]

Word

Learn how to use dose in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “medicine”

(noun) a specific amount of medicine or drug that is prescribed or recommended to be taken at a particular time. It is like a specific portion of medicine you have to take.

Example

The doctor prescribed a dose of antibiotics for the infection.

Example

He took a double dose of the medication by mistake.

Example

Have you taken your dose of medicine today?

Context: “general”

(noun) a specific amount of something, such as a substance or activity, that is taken or experienced at one time. It's like the right amount or portion of something.

Example

She had a good dose of laughter at the comedy show.

Example

He had an overwhelming dose of stress at work.

Example

Do you enjoy a dose of adventure in your life?

How to pronounce dose

Pronunciation: [/ˈdoʊ̯s/]

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