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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
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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
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The vaccine acts as a prophylactic against the virus.
They researched new prophylactics for influenza prevention.
prophylactic
01
profilático, preventivo
taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
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Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
Tomar vitaminas pode ser um passo profilático para manter a saúde geral.
Vaccination is a common prophylactic method to prevent certain diseases.
A vacinação é um método profilático comum para prevenir certas doenças.
02
serving to protect from harm or danger
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The villagers carried charms they believed were prophylactic.
Some plants were once thought to have prophylactic powers.
03
designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization
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The use of prophylactic methods is essential for birth control.
She discussed different prophylactic options with her doctor.
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