Main Entry: reg·i·men

Pronunciation: \ˈre-jə-mən also ˈre-zhə-\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Medieval Latin regimin-, regimen position of authority, direction, set of rules, from Latin, steering, control, from regere to direct

Date: 14th century

1 a : a systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient b : a regular course of action and especially of strenuous training <the daily regimen of athletes>
2 : government, rule
3 : regime 1c