prophylactic
pro
ˌprɑ
пра
phy
фи
lac
ˈlæk
лек
tic
tɪk
тик
British pronunciation
/pɹˌɒfɪlˈæktɪk/

Определение и значение слова «prophylactic» на английском языке

01

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

example
Примеры
He bought a box of prophylactics from the pharmacy.
02

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

example
Примеры
The vaccine acts as a prophylactic against the virus.
01

профилактический, предупредительный

taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
example
Примеры
Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
Прием витаминов может быть профилактическим шагом для поддержания общего здоровья.
02

serving to protect from harm or danger

example
Примеры
The villagers carried charms they believed were prophylactic.
03

designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization

example
Примеры
The use of prophylactic methods is essential for birth control.

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