tab
let
Plural
tablets
1
a small round piece of medicine, containing an active drug and excipients, that should usually be swallowed
A tablet is a solid dosage form of medication that contains one or more active ingredients. Tablets typically come in various shapes, such as round, oval, or oblong, and they may or may not be marked with a line for splitting. They are designed to be swallowed whole and dissolve in the stomach, releasing the medication for absorption into the bloodstream. Tablets are commonly used to deliver a wide range of medications, including pain relievers, antibiotics, vitamins, and treatments for chronic conditions like hypertension or diabetes.
- She took a tablet for her headache.
- The doctor prescribed two tablets to be taken daily.
- These tablets should be stored in a cool, dry place.
- He forgot to take his tablet before breakfast.
- Tablets often come in blister packs for easy use.
2
a flat, small, portable computer that one controls and uses by touching its screen
- She uses her tablet to take notes during lectures, finding it more convenient than a laptop.
- The new tablet features a high-resolution display, making it perfect for watching movies and playing games.
- He prefers reading e-books on his tablet because it's easier to carry around than physical books.
- Many artists use a tablet with a stylus to create digital artwork and illustrations.
- The tablet's battery lasts for up to ten hours, allowing users to work or browse without needing to recharge frequently.
3
a flat, rectangular object made of stone or wood that is used for inscriptions or writing purposes
- The ancient tablet was covered with inscriptions in hieroglyphics.
- He found a tablet carved with laws from an ancient civilization.
- The tablet in the museum displayed a historical message.
- The artist etched his design onto the stone tablet.
- The tablet was used as a memorial to the deceased king.
4
a small, flat, compressed piece of any material or substance
- The laboratory pressed the powder into a tablet.
- The cleaning solution came in a solid tablet form.
- She dropped a tablet of detergent into the washing machine.
- The sugar tablet dissolved instantly in the tea.
- Some minerals are sold as tablets for easier measurement.
5
a small pad of paper consisting of multiple sheets bound together along one edge
- He jotted notes on a tablet during the meeting.
- The artist sketched on a drawing tablet.
- Students wrote assignments in a tablet of paper.
- She tore a sheet from the tablet for a quick note.
- The receptionist kept a tablet at her desk.
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