Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

time-course

noun

/ˈtaɪmˌkɔrs/

Definition

A time-course refers to the progression or changes in a particular phenomenon over a specific period.

Examples

In clinical trials, researchers analyze the time-course of drug efficacy to understand how quickly it takes effect.
The time-course of the experiment showed significant changes in the subjects’ behavior over several weeks.

Meaning

The term is used to indicate how something develops or evolves as time progresses, often in the context of scientific observations or clinical studies.