Prophylactic
01
a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during sexual intercourse to prevent conception or infection
أمثلة
He bought a box of prophylactics from the pharmacy.
The use of a prophylactic reduces the risk of sexually transmitted diseases.
02
a drug, vaccine, or treatment used to prevent infection or disease
أمثلة
The vaccine acts as a prophylactic against the virus.
They researched new prophylactics for influenza prevention.
prophylactic
01
وقائي, احترازي
taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
أمثلة
Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
تناول الفيتامينات يمكن أن يكون خطوة وقائية للحفاظ على الصحة العامة.
Vaccination is a common prophylactic method to prevent certain diseases.
التطعيم هو طريقة وقائية شائعة لمنع بعض الأمراض.
02
serving to protect from harm or danger
أمثلة
The villagers carried charms they believed were prophylactic.
Some plants were once thought to have prophylactic powers.
03
designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization
أمثلة
The use of prophylactic methods is essential for birth control.
She discussed different prophylactic options with her doctor.
شجرة معجمية
prophylactic
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