prophylactic
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ˌprɑ
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ˈlæk
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British pronunciation
/pɹˌɒfɪlˈæktɪk/

Definitie en betekenis van "prophylactic"in het Engels

01

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

example
Voorbeelden
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

example
Voorbeelden
The vaccine acts as a prophylactic against the virus.
They researched new prophylactics for influenza prevention.
01

profylactisch, preventief

taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
example
Voorbeelden
Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
Vitamines innemen kan een profylactische stap zijn om de algehele gezondheid te behouden.
Vaccination is a common prophylactic method to prevent certain diseases.
Vaccinatie is een gebruikelijke profylactische methode om bepaalde ziekten te voorkomen.
02

serving to protect from harm or danger

example
Voorbeelden
The villagers carried charms they believed were prophylactic.
Some plants were once thought to have prophylactic powers.
03

designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization

example
Voorbeelden
The use of prophylactic methods is essential for birth control.
She discussed different prophylactic options with her doctor.
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