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Nov 19, 2008
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Q.P

Quantum placet. Two letters used in prescriptions, meaning the quantity may be as little or much as you like. Thus, in a cup of tea we might say “Milk and suger q.p.”

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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