Twice
Twice
Twice (/twaɪs/), from the Old English twiġe, meaning "two times" or "on two occasions", is an adverb used to describe an action or event that occurs two times. It is a common term in various fields, including mathematics, science, and medicine.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, 'twice' is often used to denote dosage instructions, such as taking medication twice a day (BID). It is also used in clinical observations and patient instructions, such as checking blood pressure twice a week.
Related Terms
- Once: Refers to an action or event that occurs one time.
- Thrice: Refers to an action or event that occurs three times.
- BID: An abbreviation for the Latin term bis in die, meaning "twice a day". Commonly used in medical prescriptions.
- TID: An abbreviation for the Latin term ter in die, meaning "three times a day". Commonly used in medical prescriptions.
Etymology
The term 'twice' originates from the Old English twiġe, which is a combination of twi- (two) and -ġe (times). It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.
Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of 'twice' in English is /twaɪs/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Twice
- Wikipedia's article - Twice
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