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Definition of “regimen

regimen (ˈrɛdʒɪˌmɛnPronunciation for regimen

Definitions

noun

  1.  Also called regimea systematic way of life or course of therapy, often including exercise and a recommended diet
  2. administration or rule

Word Origin

C14: from Latin: guidance

Usage examples

  • Livy knew that it was useless now to try to escape from the regimen of the rich.
    Gaskin, Catherine, The Ambassador's Women (1986)
  • These findings provide reassurance about the long term safety of this continuous combined regimen in terms of the endometrium.
    British Medical Journal (2002)
  • Pat Quinn just lost a great deal of weight through proper diet and a steady regimen of exercise.
    Toronto Sun (2003)
  • A regimen of giving single MMR vaccine separately to pre-school children has never been used anywhere in the world.
    Sun, News of the World (2001)
  • Women who suffer from anaemia might benefit from this regimen.
    Hayman, Suzie, Vasectomy and Sterilization (1989)

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