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Prophylactic
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a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during sexual intercourse to prevent conception or infection
Παραδείγματα
He bought a box of prophylactics from the pharmacy.
The use of a prophylactic reduces the risk of sexually transmitted diseases.
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a drug, vaccine, or treatment used to prevent infection or disease
Παραδείγματα
The vaccine acts as a prophylactic against the virus.
They researched new prophylactics for influenza prevention.
prophylactic
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προφυλακτικός, προληπτικός
taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
Παραδείγματα
Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
Η λήψη βιταμινών μπορεί να είναι ένα προφυλακτικό βήμα για τη διατήρηση της γενικής υγείας.
Vaccination is a common prophylactic method to prevent certain diseases.
Ο εμβολιασμός είναι μια κοινή προφυλακτική μέθοδος για την πρόληψη ορισμένων ασθενειών.
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serving to protect from harm or danger
Παραδείγματα
The villagers carried charms they believed were prophylactic.
Some plants were once thought to have prophylactic powers.
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designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization
Παραδείγματα
The use of prophylactic methods is essential for birth control.
She discussed different prophylactic options with her doctor.
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