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tolerance 1. the permitted variation in some measurement or other characteristic of an object or workpiece 2. Physiol the capacity of an organism to endure the effects of a poison or other substance, esp after it has been taken over a prolonged period tolerance [′täl·ə·rəns] (design engineering) The permissible variations in the dimensions of machine parts. (engineering) A permissible deviation from a specified value, expressed in actual values or more often as a percentage of the nominal value. (pharmacology) The ability of enduring or being less responsive to the influence of a drug or poison, particularly when acquired by continued use of the substance. The allowable deviation from a standard, as the range of variation permitted for the content of a drug in one of its dosage forms. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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