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

Визначення та значення слова «prophylactic» англійською мовою

Prophylactic
01

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

example
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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

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

профілактичний, запобіжний

taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
example
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Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
Прийом вітамінів може бути профілактичним кроком для підтримання загального здоров'я.
Vaccination is a common prophylactic method to prevent certain diseases.
Вакцинація — це поширений профілактичний метод для запобігання певним захворюванням.
02

serving to protect from harm or danger

example
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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

example
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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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