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PROPHYLACTIC

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Prophylactic.

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Prophylactic - as a noun

Remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease

Example: "The doctor recommended several preventatives"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preventativepreventive

Contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rubbersafesafety

Prophylactic - as an adjective satellite

Capable of preventing conception or impregnation

Example: "Contraceptive devices and medications"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antifertilitycontraceptive

Warding off

Example: "The swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cautionary

Preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease

Example: "Preventive medicine"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preventativepreventive

Prophylactic - as an adjective

Serving to prevent or protect against an undesired effect, especially disease.

Example Sentences

"I always carry prophylactics with me when I travel."
"He bought a pack of prophylactics before going on his date."
"She handed out free prophylactics at the health fair."
"The school nurse provided students with prophylactics."
"The doctor recommended using prophylactics to prevent the spread of disease."
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Word Game Points

Is PROPHYLACTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prophylactic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PROPHYLACTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.

Is PROPHYLACTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prophylactic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PROPHYLACTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 29.

Is PROPHYLACTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prophylactic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROPHYLACTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 30.

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