dosage
/ˈdoʊsɪdʒ/
noun
- The amount of a medicine or drug to be taken at one time or over a period.
- Always follow the recommended dosage on the bottle.
- The doctor increased the dosage of the painkiller.
- A high dosage of antibiotics can cause side effects.
- The amount of something, such as radiation or a chemical, that is given or applied.
- Workers wore badges to monitor their radiation dosage.
- The fertilizer dosage depends on the size of the garden.
- The dosage of chlorine in the pool must be checked daily.
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