condom
/ˈkɒndəm
/noun
A thin rubber sheath worn on a man’s penis during sexual intercourse as a contraceptive or as a protection against infection.You may be irritated by certain makes of condoms, contraceptive creams or lubricants....
- Barrier methods of contraception include diaphragms, condoms and cervical caps.
- The only way to have safe sex is to use a reliable barrier method of contraception such as a condom.
Synonyms
contraceptive, sheath;
female condom;
North American prophylactic
British trademark Durex, Femidom
British informal johnny, something for the weekend
North American informal rubber, safe, safety, skin
British informal, dated French letter, Frenchy
dated protective
Origin
Early 18th century: of unknown origin; often said to be named after a physician who invented it, but no such person has been traced.
This is often said to be named after a physician who invented it, but no such person has been traced, and its origin is unknown.