prescribed
UK: prɪˈskraɪbd | US: prɪˈskraɪbd
vt. 1. To officially advise or order the use of a medicine or treatment.
vt. 2. To set down as a rule or direction; to dictate authoritatively.
adj. 3. Officially recommended or required (e.g., a prescribed format).
The word "prescribed" originates from Latin praescribere, combining prae- (before) and scribere (to write). Historically, it referred to writing rules or medical instructions in advance. Over time, it evolved to signify authoritative directives, especially in medical or legal contexts. The morpheme -ed marks it as a past participle, indicating completed action.
The doctor prescribed antibiotics for the infection.
The law prescribes strict penalties for such offenses.
Follow the prescribed procedure to avoid errors.
She was prescribed rest and fluids for her illness.
The textbook prescribed a step-by-step approach to solving equations.