dosage

noun

dos·​age ˈdō-sij 

1

a

: the addition of an ingredient or the application of an agent in a measured dose

b

: the presence and relative representation or strength of a factor or agent

2

a

: dose sense 2

b(1)

: the giving of a dose

(2)

: regulation or determination of doses

3

: an exposure to some experience in or as if in measured portions

Examples of dosage in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjust the dosage as needed, and refer to a veterinarian for specialized advice. —Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2024

There is more variation in the size of Bes mugs than noted in the study, Bryan said, which could certainly have an impact on the dosage and purpose of the hallucinogens. —Ashley Strickland, CNN, 26 Nov. 2024

Disgorged in March 2024 with a 4.5 g/l residual sugar (rs) dosage. —Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024

Always speak with a healthcare professional before adding a supplement to your routine to ensure that the supplement is appropriate for your individual needs and which dosage to take. —Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Verywell Health, 19 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1867, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

dosage

noun

dos·​age ˈdō-sij 

1

a

: the giving of medicine in doses

b

: the amount of a single dose

2

: the addition or application of a substance in a measured dose

Medical Definition

dosage

noun

dos·​age ˈdō-sij 

1

a

: the addition of an ingredient or the application of an agent in a measured dose

b

: the presence and relative representation or strength of a factor or agent (as a gene)

2

a

: dose sense 1

b(1)

: the giving of a dose

(2)

: regulation or determination of doses