prophylactic

Meanings

• remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease
• contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
• capable of preventing conception or impregnation
• warding off; - Victor Schultze
  • "the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples"
• preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease
  • "vaccines are prophylactic"
  • "a prophylactic drug"

Synonyms

antifertility, cautionary, condom, contraceptive, preventative, preventive, rubber, safe, safety