PROPHYLACTIC

/pɹɒfəˈlæktɪk/ ► audio Scrabble 26 Words With Friends 29

Scrabble letter values: P₃R₁O₁P₃H₄Y₄L₁A₁C₃T₁I₁C₃ = 26

Definition

noun remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease. — synonyms: preventive, preventative
noun contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse. — synonyms: condom, rubber, safety, safe
adjective capable of preventing conception or impregnation. — synonyms: contraceptive, antifertility
adjective warding off. — synonyms: cautionary
adjective preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease. — synonyms: preventive, preventative

“the doctor recommended several preventatives”
“contraceptive devices and medications”
“the swastika...a very ancient prophylactic symbol occurring among all peoples- Victor Schultze”