prescription
noun
pre·scrip·tion
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Definition of prescription
1a
: the establishment of a claim of title to something under common law usually by use and enjoyment for a period fixed by statute
b
: the right or title acquired under common law by such possession
2
: the process of making claim to something by long use and enjoyment
3
: the action of laying down authoritative rules or directions
4a
: a written direction for a therapeutic or corrective agent
specifically
: one for the preparation and use of a medicine
b
: a prescribed medicine
c
: something (such as a recommendation) resembling a doctor's prescription
prescriptions for economic recovery
5a
: ancient or long continued custom
b
: a claim founded upon ancient custom or long continued use
6
: something prescribed as a rule
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Synonyms for prescription
Synonyms
convention, custom, heritage, rubric, rule, tradition
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Examples of prescription in a Sentence
The drug is only sold with a prescription.
I have to pick up my prescription.
Recent Examples on the Web
From there, treatment for that infection, as well as over-the-counter or prescription medications in topical form are the first line in addressing the itchy skin and swelling. — Lambeth Hochwald, Health.com, "What Exactly Is Guttate Psoriasis? Dermatologists Explain the Chronic Skin Condition," 20 Aug. 2019 Canadians are in a kerfuffle over the Trump administration’s preliminary plan to allow Americans to import lower-cost prescription medications from Canada. — Beth Mole, Ars Technica, "Trump wants to import drugs from Canada. Canadians are furious," 12 Aug. 2019 Eventually, Elway said a Broncos trainer referred him to a hand specialist, which led to a form of treatment that possibly included getting injections of prescription medication. — Jarrett Bell, USA TODAY, "John Elway reveals Dupuytren's contracture diagnosis, promotes awareness for hand condition," 8 Aug. 2019 In some cases, depending on the severity of the anxiety, prescription medication or a combination of CBT and medication may be necessary. — Tamekia Reece, Good Housekeeping, "How to Spot and Treat Anxiety in Kids, According to Child Psychologists," 7 Aug. 2019 Yazmin Villarreal, 26, made her twice-weekly trip to that Walmart to grab some diapers for her sister's baby and to pick-up her prescription medication. — Paul Takahashi, Houston Chronicle, "‘We’re scared, but we still need to buy things’ Houston shoppers react to El Paso shooting," 5 Aug. 2019 Don't forget to include necessary prescription medications and a small first aid kit. — National Geographic, "Flood safety tips," 23 July 2019 The number of deaths attributed to commonly prescribed prescription medications —once at the center of the nation's opioid epidemic — fell to 12,757 from 14,926 in 2017. — Georgea Kovanis, Detroit Free Press, "Overdose deaths down slightly in Michigan, across nation," 19 July 2019 The Boutains then stole three guns from Ingle, including a Ruger .44 Magnum handgun, prescription medications, blankets, clothes, food, money and a pickup truck, the arrest affidavit said. — Kirk Mitchell, The Denver Post, "Utah killer extradited to Jefferson County for allegedly shooting Golden man with a crossbow before slitting his throat," 18 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'prescription.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for prescription
prescription
noun
English Language Learners Definition of prescription
: a written message from a doctor that officially tells someone to use a medicine, therapy, etc.
: a medicine or drug that a doctor officially tells someone to use
: something that is suggested as a way to do something or to make something happen
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prescription
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Kids Definition of prescription
1
: a written direction or order for the preparing and use of a medicine
2
: a medicine that is ordered by a doctor as a remedy
prescription
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Medical Definition of prescription
1
: a written direction for the preparation, compounding, and administration of a medicine
2
: a prescribed remedy
3
: a written formula for the grinding of corrective lenses for eyeglasses
4
: a written direction for the application of physical therapy measures (as directed exercise or electrotherapy) in cases of injury or disability
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prescription
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Legal Definition of prescription
1
: acquisition of an interest (as an easement) in real property that is usually less than a fee by long-term, continuous, open, and hostile use and possession as determined by the law of a jurisdiction