Prescribe

Verb

Definitionen

1.VerbTo order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).

"The doctor prescribed aspirin."

2.VerbTo specify by writing as a required procedure or ritual; to lay down authoritatively as a guide, direction, or rule of action.

"The property meets the criteria prescribed by the regulations."

3.VerbTo develop or assert a right; to make a claim (by prescription).

4.VerbTo become invalidated or unenforceable by prescription, to lapse

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