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Prophylactic

//pɹɒfəˈlæktɪk//

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The word "prophylactic" can be used as noun, adjective and adjective.

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birth control device contraceptive contraceptive device curative cure preventative preventive prophylactic device remedy therapeutic

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healthful protective protective

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