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prophylactic

/,proʊfə'læktɪk/

Synonyms of prophylactic Antonyms of prophylactic Examples of prophylactic Usage of prophylactic Parts of prophylactic Definition that contains prophylactic Words sounding like prophylactic Explanation of prophylactic

adjective
capable of preventing conception or impregnation
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antifertility contraceptive protective
adjective
warding off
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"the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"

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cautionary protective
noun
contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
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condom rubber safe safety

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contraceptive contraceptive device birth control device preventative preventive prophylactic device
noun
remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease
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preventative preventive

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remedy therapeutic cure curative
adjective
preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease
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"vaccines are prophylactic" "a prophylactic drug"

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preventative preventive healthful

Examples of prophylactic

"the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"
"vaccines are prophylactic"
"a prophylactic drug"