prophylactic
pro
ˌprɑ
praa
phy
fi
lac
ˈlæk
lāk
tic
tɪk
tik
British pronunciation
/pɹˌɒfɪlˈæktɪk/

Definizione e significato di "prophylactic"in inglese

Prophylactic
01

a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during sexual intercourse to prevent conception or infection

example
Esempi
Prophylactics are widely available in most drugstores.
02

a drug, vaccine, or treatment used to prevent infection or disease

example
Esempi
Early administration of a prophylactic can stop symptoms from appearing.
prophylactic
01

profilattico, preventivo

taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
example
Esempi
Good dental hygiene, like brushing and flossing, is a prophylactic habit to prevent tooth decay.
Una buona igiene dentale, come lavarsi i denti e usare il filo interdentale, è un'abitudine profilattica per prevenire la carie dentale.
02

serving to protect from harm or danger

example
Esempi
In folklore, salt was considered prophylactic against evil spirits.
03

designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization

example
Esempi
Prophylactic measures help couples plan pregnancies safely.
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