Med
(noun)
Abbreviation for medicine, a substance or preparation used for the treatment or prevention of disease.
Origin:
Short for medicine.
Examples:
- I need to take my meds before breakfast.
- The patient was prescribed a new med for his high blood pressure.
- Med school is very challenging but rewarding.
- Med techs are important members of the healthcare team.
- Med students have to learn anatomy, pharmacology, and other subjects.