pep

3 definitions • 2 examples

energy, or a willingness to be active

abbreviation for post-exposure prophylaxis: treatment or actions taken to prevent harmful effects of a disease after someone has been exposed to (= risked infection by) the disease:

PEP will be offered for exposure to HIV via a needlestick injury.

energy or enthusiasm:

That morning she felt full of pep and decided to go for a long walk.