Prophylactic Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Prophylactic

Meaning 1 : capable of preventing conception or impregnation

    Synonyms : antifertility,  contraceptive
Meaning 2 : warding off

    Example : the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples

    Synonyms : cautionary
Meaning 3 : contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse

    Synonyms : condom,  rubber,  safe,  safety
Meaning 4 : remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease

    Synonyms : preventative,  preventive
Meaning 5 : preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease

    Example : vaccines are prophylactic,a prophylactic drug

    Synonyms : preventative,  preventive


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