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Definition of prescriber

prescriber

/prɪˈskraɪ.bər/
pre · scrib · er
Adverb:prescriptively
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Plural:prescribers
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Adjective:prescriptive
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prescriber Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A licensed healthcare professional, such as a physician, dentist, or nurse practitioner, who is legally authorized to prescribe medication or medical treatment.

Example

"The pharmacist contacted the original prescriber to verify the dosage instructions on the medication order."

2

A person or authority that lays down rules, guidelines, or directions to be followed.

Example

"Early grammarians often acted as strict prescribers of linguistic rules rather than observers of natural speech."

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• Rhymes for prescriber

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Prescriber. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/prescriber
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