prescribe
US /prɪˈskraɪb/
UK /prɪˈskraɪb/
1.
prescrire
of a medical practitioner) advise and authorize the use of (a medicine or treatment) for someone, especially in writing
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The doctor prescribed antibiotics for her infection.
Le médecin a prescrit des antibiotiques pour son infection.
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He was prescribed a course of physical therapy.
On lui a prescrit un programme de physiothérapie.
2.
prescrire, stipuler
recommend with authority and as a rule
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The rules prescribe that all members must attend.
Les règles prescrivent que tous les membres doivent être présents.
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The law prescribes severe penalties for drug trafficking.
La loi prescrit des peines sévères pour le trafic de drogue.