dosage

noun

dos·​age ˈdō-sij 

1

a

: the addition of an ingredient or the application of an agent in a measured dose

b

: the presence and relative representation or strength of a factor or agent

2

a

: dose sense 2

b(1)

: the giving of a dose

(2)

: regulation or determination of doses

3

: an exposure to some experience in or as if in measured portions

Examples of dosage in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Always talk to a healthcare provider for proper dosage instructions. —Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 21 May 2025

If taken at a normal dosage, the supplement is considered safe and has a low chance of side effects. —Health, 20 May 2025

The highly concentrated serum features 15% of the star ingredient—the maximum possible dosage—alongside a host of other non-comedogenic ingredients like zinc (for inflammation soothing) and allatoin (to promote skin healing post-acne flare-up). —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 May 2025

Prioritize Safety Provide hydration, snacks, and clear guidelines around dosage. —Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 15 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1867, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for dosage

• overdosage

Kids Definition

dosage

noun

dos·​age ˈdō-sij 

1

a

: the giving of medicine in doses

b

: the amount of a single dose

2

: the addition or application of a substance in a measured dose

Medical Definition

dosage

noun

dos·​age ˈdō-sij 

1

a

: the addition of an ingredient or the application of an agent in a measured dose

b

: the presence and relative representation or strength of a factor or agent (as a gene)

2

a

: dose sense 1

b(1)

: the giving of a dose

(2)

: regulation or determination of doses