Meaning of the word overdose in English
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overdose
US /ˈoʊ.vɚ.doʊs/
UK /ˈoʊ.vɚ.doʊs/
Noun
1.
an excessive and dangerous dose of a drug
Example:
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He was rushed to the hospital after a suspected drug overdose.
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The doctor warned her about the risk of an overdose if she didn't follow the prescription.
Verb
1.
to take an excessive and dangerous dose of a drug
Example:
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He accidentally overdosed on his medication.
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She warned him not to overdose on the painkillers.
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