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regimen

n. a particular course of action designed to achieve a specific goal. In medicine, it often refers to a detailed treatment program involving diet, exercise, rest, medication, and other therapeutic measures. Various forms of psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy, may also make use of regimens during the course of treatment. Such programs typically include a schedule and specify the components, methods, and duration of the program.

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May 8th 2024

manoptoscope

manoptoscope

n. a hollow cone used for measuring eye dominance. The observer views a small target by placing the base of the cone near the eyes and then viewing the target through the small end of the cone while closing first one eye and then the other. The eye through which the target is actually seen is the dominant eye.