noun ·Moderate ·High school level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A flexible sleeve made of latex or other impermeable material such as polyurethane or sheepskin, worn over an erect penis during sexual intercourse as a contraceptive or as a way to prevent the spread of STIs during PIV, anal, or oral.

   "buy a pack of condoms"

2. 2
   contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse wordnet
3. 3
   Any of various forms of flexible sleeve or barrier, variously shaped for either penetrative or receptive body parts, made of latex or other impermeable material such as polyurethane or sheepskin, worn (by anyone with ) during sexual activity to prevent pregnancy or the spread of STIs. broadly

Synonyms

All synonyms

rubberbagbootscock sockcontraceptivecum catcher

Example

More examples

"Giggling with embarrassment, she held out the condom."

Etymology

Unknown. Many speculations exist. Possibly derived from Italian guantone, from guanto (“a glove”).

Related phrases

USB condomexternal condomfemale condominternal condommale condommy condom brokesafe sex

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