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