Prophylactic
01
a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during sexual intercourse to prevent conception or infection
Exempel
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
Exempel
The vaccine acts as a prophylactic against the virus.
They researched new prophylactics for influenza prevention.
prophylactic
01
profylaktisk, förebyggande
taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
Exempel
Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
Att ta vitaminer kan vara ett profylaktiskt steg för att upprätthålla den övergripande hälsan.
Vaccination is a common prophylactic method to prevent certain diseases.
Vaccinering är en vanlig profylaktisk metod för att förhindra vissa sjukdomar.
02
serving to protect from harm or danger
Exempel
The villagers carried charms they believed were prophylactic.
Some plants were once thought to have prophylactic powers.
03
designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization
Exempel
The use of prophylactic methods is essential for birth control.
She discussed different prophylactic options with her doctor.
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