prophylactic

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prophylactic Definition

• (n) remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease; "the doctor recommended several preventatives"
• (n) contraceptive device consisting of a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during intercourse
• (s) capable of preventing conception or impregnation; "contraceptive devices and medications"
• (s) tending to ward off; "the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"- Victor Schultze
• (s) preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease; "preventive medicine"; "vaccines are prophylactic"; "a prophylactic drug"

prophylactic Synonyms

• antifertility
• cautionary
• condom
• contraceptive
• preventative
• preventive
• prophylactic
• rubber
• safe
• safety