prophylactic

.prәufi'læktik

英文释义

n remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease
n contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
s capable of preventing conception or impregnation
s warding off
s preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease

中文翻译

a. 预防性的
n. 预防药, 预防法, 避孕用品

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记忆技巧

pro- 意为“向前、预防”，phylactic 源自希腊语 phylaktikos，意为“保护的”。整体意思为“预防的、保护性的”。

例句

1. Many doctors recommend using a prophylactic to prevent sexually transmitted infections.
许多医生建议使用预防措施来防止性传播感染。
2. The vaccine acts as a prophylactic against certain diseases.
这种疫苗作为某些疾病的预防措施。
3. Wearing a helmet is a prophylactic measure to protect against head injuries while biking.
戴头盔是骑自行车时防止头部受伤的预防措施。

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