1. The superscription of a prescription, usually indicated by the sign ℞. 2. A prescription or formula. [L. imperative recipio, to receive]
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rec·i·pe (resґĭ-pe) 1. [L.] take; used at the head of a physician's prescription, and usually indicated by the symbol ℞. See prescription. 2. a formula for the preparation of a specific combination of ingredients.Medical dictionary. 2011.