prescribe

verb4

1. •
   To order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).

   • The doctor prescribed aspirin.
2. •
   To specify by writing as a required procedure or ritual; to lay down authoritatively as a guide, direction, or rule of action.

   • The property meets the criteria prescribed by the regulations.
3. •
   To develop or assert a right; to make a claim (by prescription).

   • Most probable that one presentation and 40 years possession thereafter, is sufficient to prescribe a right of patronage. — 1753
4. •
   To become invalidated or unenforceable by prescription, to lapse