Prophylactic
01
a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during sexual intercourse to prevent conception or infection
Exempel
The doctor emphasized the importance of a properly fitted prophylactic.
02
a drug, vaccine, or treatment used to prevent infection or disease
Exempel
She took a malaria prophylactic before traveling abroad.
prophylactic
01
profylaktisk, förebyggande
taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
Exempel
Routine check-ups with the doctor are a prophylactic approach to early disease detection.
Rutinkontroller hos läkaren är ett profylaktiskt tillvägagångssätt för tidig sjukdomsupptäckt.
02
serving to protect from harm or danger
Exempel
The walls served a prophylactic role in keeping invaders out.
03
designed to prevent pregnancy or fertilization
Exempel
Prophylactic contraception remains a key part of reproductive health.
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