A contraceptive. Cf. preventative, n. 3, prophylactic, n. 2.
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| 释义 | the world > physical sensation > sexual relations > contraception or birth control > [noun] > a contraceptive (49) preventive1822 A contraceptive. Cf. preventative, n. 3, prophylactic, n. 2. contraceptive1891 A device, drug, etc., for procuring contraception. preventative1901 A contraceptive; = preventive, n. 3. precaution1935 Frequently with take. spec. Usually in plural. A measure or device used to prevent conception, or the transmission of disease, during sexual… protection1960 As mass noun: measures taken to prevent conception or (esp. more recently) sexually transmitted infection during sexual activity, spec. by the use… Subcategories:— placed in the vagina or uterus (8) — gelatinous contraceptive substance (1) — condom (22) — contraceptive pill (5) — spermicide (4) — douche (4) |
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