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PROPHYLACTICS

(noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Prophylactics.

Prophylactics - 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

Prophylactics - 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

Example Sentences

"I bought a pack of prophylactics from the drugstore."
"The school distributed free prophylactics to promote safe sex."
"Doctors recommend using prophylactics to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections."
"He always carries a few prophylactics in his wallet, just in case."
"The article discussed the different types of prophylactics available in the market."
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Word Game Points

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

PROPHYLACTICS has a SCRABBLE points total of 27.

Is PROPHYLACTICS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prophylactics is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PROPHYLACTICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 30.

Is PROPHYLACTICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prophylactics is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROPHYLACTICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 31.

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