n 1  :  a written direction for the preparation, compounding, and administration of a medicine  2  :  a prescribed remedy  3  :  a written formula for the grinding of corrective lenses for eyeglasses  4  :  a written direction for the application of physical therapy measures (as directed exercise or electrotherapy) in cases of injury or disability .
 
 
 
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