prophylactic
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英汉词典释义
adj.
预防(性)的
a prophylactic drug
预防疾病的药n.
预防剂,预防用品,预防法
避孕用品
英英词典释义
Noun
1. remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease;
"the doctor recommended several preventatives"2. contraceptive device consisting of a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during intercourse
Adjective
1. capable of preventing conception or impregnation;
"contraceptive devices and medications"2. tending to ward off;
"the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"- Victor Schultze3. preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease;
"preventive medicine""vaccines are prophylactic""a prophylactic drug"
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