Condom vs. Prophylactic

Condomnoun

A flexible sleeve made of latex or other impermeable material such as sheepskin, worn over an erect penis during intercourse as a contraceptive or as a way to prevent the spread of STDs.

Condomnoun

contraceptive device consisting of a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during intercourse

Condom

A condom is a sheath-shaped barrier device used during sexual intercourse to reduce the probability of pregnancy or a sexually transmitted infection (STI). There are both male and female condoms.

Prophylacticnoun

A medicine which preserves or defends against disease; a preventive.

Prophylacticnoun

A prophylactic condom.

Prophylacticnoun

(figuratively) Any device or mechanism intended to prevent harmful consequences.

Prophylacticadjective

Serving to prevent or protect against an undesired effect, especially disease.

Prophylacticnoun

A medicine which preserves or defends against disease; a preventive.

Prophylacticadjective

Defending or preserving from disease; preventive.

Prophylacticnoun

remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease;

Prophylacticnoun

contraceptive device consisting of a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during intercourse

Prophylacticadjective

capable of preventing conception or impregnation;

Prophylacticadjective

tending to ward off;

Prophylacticadjective

preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease;