prescribed meaning and definition

PRESCRIBED adjective

Definition of prescribed (adjective)

1. set down as a rule or guide
2. fixed or established especially by order or command
   • "at the time appointed (or the appointed time")
   • synonyms: appointed, decreed, ordained
3. conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline
   • "in prescribed order"
   • synonyms: official
4. formally laid down or imposed
   • "positive laws"
   • synonyms: positive