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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-derived
mega-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.

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