How Do You Spell OVERDOSE?

Pronunciation: [ˈə͡ʊvədˌə͡ʊz] (IPA)

The word "overdose" is spelled with four syllables: /oʊvər doʊs/. The first syllable is pronounced with a long "o" sound like in "over", followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable "vər". The third syllable is pronounced with a short "o" sound like in "hot" and the last syllable with a long "o" sound like in "gross". "Overdose" refers to taking too much of a substance, such as medication or drugs, which can lead to harmful or even fatal consequences.

OVERDOSE Meaning and Definition

1. Overdose is a noun that refers to the act of consuming or administering an excessive amount of a substance, typically medication or drugs, that surpasses the recommended or safe dosage. It can also be used as a verb to describe the action of taking too much of a substance. An overdose occurs when the quantity ingested overwhelms the body's ability to metabolize or eliminate it, resulting in toxic effects that can be harmful, severe, or even fatal.

   An overdose may be intentional, in cases of self-harm or suicide attempts, or unintentional, often due to errors in administration or misuse of medications or drugs. The symptoms of an overdose can vary depending on the substance involved, but commonly include confusion, drowsiness, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, seizures, unconsciousness, or even cardiac arrest.

   Overdoses necessitate urgent medical attention to minimize the potential harm. Treatment may involve supportive care, such as stabilizing the person's vital signs, administration of specific antidotes if available, or attempts to eliminate the toxin from the body. In some situations, emergency intervention, such as using naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses or gastric lavage to remove ingested substances, may be necessary to save a person's life.

   In conclusion, an overdose refers to the consumption of an excess amount of a substance, surpassing the safe dosage, and resulting in potentially harmful or life-threatening effects that require immediate medical attention.

2. • Too much at one time of anything.

   • To dose too much.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for OVERDOSE

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Etymology of OVERDOSE

The word "overdose" is a compound word that consists of two parts: "over" and "dose".

The term "dose" originated from the Latin word "dosus", which means "a giving or a portion". It evolved through Old French to become "dose" in English, referring to the quantity of medication or substance prescribed or taken at a specific time.

The prefix "over" comes from Old English, and it signifies excess, beyond, or above the normal or prescribed limit.

Combining these two elements, "overdose" emerged as a word in the mid-19th century, describing the act of taking or giving an excessive or harmful amount of medication or substance beyond what is considered safe or recommended.

Idioms with the word OVERDOSE

• overdose (sm) (on sth) The idiom "overdose (on sth)" refers to consuming or engaging in something excessively, beyond what is considered normal or healthy. It can be used in both a literal and figurative sense. In a literal sense, it refers to consuming an excessive amount of a substance, such as drugs or medication, which can have harmful or fatal consequences. In a figurative sense, it can refer to engaging excessively in an activity, habit, or emotion, often to the point of negative effects or becoming overwhelmed.

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Plural form of OVERDOSE is OVERDOSES

Conjugate verb Overdose

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overdosed

you would have overdosed

he/she/it would have overdosed

we would have overdosed

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I would have overdose

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would overdose

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be overdosing

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we would be overdosing

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FUTURE

I will overdose

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have overdosed

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you overdose

we let´s overdose

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overdose

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was overdosing

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we were overdosing

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PAST PARTICIPLE

overdosed

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overdosing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have overdosed

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it overdose

SIMPLE PAST

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we overdosed

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