Prescribed (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Set down as a rule or guide.
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Examples
- The doctor prescribed a strict diet and exercise regimen for the patient to follow.
- The company's code of conduct prescribed a zero-tolerance policy for harassment in the workplace.
- The teacher prescribed a set of reading materials for the students to complete over the summer break.
- The government prescribed a set of regulations for the safe handling of hazardous materials.
- The architect prescribed a specific set of building codes and standards for the construction project.
Meaning 2
Conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline; "in prescribed order".
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Meaning 3
Fixed or established especially by order or command; "at the time appointed (or the appointed time)".
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Meaning 4
Formally laid down or imposed; "positive laws".
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