prescribed
/pɹəˈskɹaɪbd/
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Meaning · English
Of a procedure, specified to a great degree of detail; established as following a strict procedure or set of rules.
Adjective
Examples
Short-term energy monitoring tuning follows a very prescribed procedure; building shell parameters are adjusted first, then HVAC efficiency.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “prescribed” mean?
Of a procedure, specified to a great degree of detail; established as following a strict procedure or set of rules.
Is “prescribed” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.