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Prophylactic

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Definitions for Prophylactic

noun
remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease
Synonyms
preventive preventative
Examples
  1. the doctor recommended several preventatives
noun
contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
Synonyms
condom rubber safety safe
adjective
capable of preventing conception or impregnation
Synonyms
contraceptive antifertility
Examples
  1. contraceptive devices and medications
adjective
warding off
Synonyms
cautionary
Examples
  1. the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"- Victor Schultze
adjective
preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease
Synonyms
preventive preventative
Examples
  1. preventive medicine
  2. vaccines are prophylactic
  3. a prophylactic drug

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