megadose
UK/'meɡədəus/US/'me^әdәjs/
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Definitions
n.
A dose of a drug or vitamin far larger than the normal amount
超大剂量
v.
To take or give such a very large dose
服用/给予超大剂量
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedmega-prefix
+
dosegive
=megadose
mega- (very large) + dose = a giant dose, far above the usual amount.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Some people megadose on vitamin C when they feel a cold coming on.
- 2.
Doctors warn that a megadose of any supplement can be harmful.