Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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prophylactic | Yes | Yes | No | No |
cure | Yes | No | Yes | No |
prophylactic (noun) | cure (noun) |
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contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse | a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain |
remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease |
prophylactic (adjective) | cure (adjective) |
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preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease | |
warding off | |
capable of preventing conception or impregnation |
prophylactic (verb) | cure (verb) |
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provide a cure for, make healthy again | |
prepare by drying, salting, or chemical processing in order to preserve | |
be or become preserved | |
make (substances) hard and improve their usability |