Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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contraceptive | Yes | Yes | No | No |
prophylactic | Yes | Yes | No | No |
contraceptive (noun) | prophylactic (noun) |
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an agent or device intended to prevent conception | contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse |
remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease |
contraceptive (adjective) | prophylactic (adjective) |
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capable of preventing conception or impregnation | preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease |
warding off | |
capable of preventing conception or impregnation |