regimen

reg·i·men | \ ˈre-jə-mən

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Definition of regimen

1a : 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 sense 1c

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We borrowed "regimen" straight from Latin, spelling and all - but in Latin, the word simply meant "rule" or "government." In English, it usually refers to a system of rules or guidelines, often for living a healthy life or taking a regular dose of exercise. The Latin regimen derives from another Latin word, the verb "regere," which means "to lead straight" or "to rule." If you trace straight back from "regere," you'll find that "regimen" has plenty of lexical kin, including "correct," "erect," "region," "rule," and "surge." If you are using the "training" sense of "regimen," be careful not to confuse the word with "regiment," another "regere" descendant, which is used for a military unit.

Examples of regimen in a Sentence

with the start of the new year, a new party will have regimen over the nation and, hopefully, bring some much-needed change

Recent Examples on the Web Beckham’s coaches and doctors work with the Browns to design his workout regimen, and this year’s was done in an extra-meticulous... — Lane Florsheim, WSJ, "Odell Beckham Jr. Doesn’t Think the NFL Should Come Back This Season," 3 Aug. 2020 In addition to her hair routines, Brown’s self-care regimen includes journaling and giving herself pep talks. — Akili King, Vogue, "Kellie Brown on Self-Love, Inspiring Community, and Sticking to a Beauty Routine," 30 July 2020 The Clippers lauded him for his training regimen during quarantine. — Mark Medina, USA TODAY, "Kawhi Leonard: It doesn't matter if you put statement on jersey. 'It's about doing the work.'," 14 July 2020 Most recently, Hilary Duff detailed her makeup, skin, and bath routines, while Justin and Hailey Bieber shared their four-step product regimen. — Thatiana Diaz, refinery29.com, "Chrissy Teigen Breaks Down Every Product In Her $824 Skin-Care Routine," 8 July 2020 One of the hardest things about being a new parent is keeping up an exercise regimen while being responsible for a tiny being. — Popular Science, "Comfortable, practical strollers for parents and their kids," 17 Dec. 2019 Yet Watt — who is raising awareness about the importance of hydration with Gatorade this year — has kept focused on his training regimen during quarantine. — Jason Duaine Hahn, PEOPLE.com, "Houston Texans Star JJ Watt Talks Life During Quarantine — Right After He Married Kealia Ohai," 9 July 2020 Your regimen hinges on products that speak to both the dry and oily patches. — Rozalynn S. Frazier, SELF, "The 11 Best New Facial Cleansers, Face Washes, and Makeup Removers for Every Skin Type," 8 July 2020 He was fitted with an electronic ankle bracelet to monitor his movements and had to sign in at the local police station four times a week, a regimen that was later reduced to twice and then once a week. — Carlotta Gall, BostonGlobe.com, "NASA scientist, detained in Turkey for years, returns to US," 30 June 2020

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'regimen.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

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“Regimen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regimen. Accessed 10 Aug. 2020.

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regimen

noun

English Language Learners Definition of regimen

: a plan or set of rules about food, exercise, etc., to make someone become or stay healthy

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regimen

reg·i·men | \ ˈre-jə-mən

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Kids Definition of regimen

: a systematic course of action a daily exercise regimen

regimen

reg·i·men | \ ˈrej-ə-mən also ˈrezh-ə- \

Medical Definition of regimen

: a systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient

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