DICTIONARY ENTRY
4 SYLLABLES
prophylactic
/,proʊfə'læktɪk/ · proʊfəlæktɪk
Prophylactic has 4 syllables: pro · phy · lac · tic.
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phy
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adjective. Capable of preventing conception or impregnation.
adjective. Warding off.
noun. Contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse.
noun. Remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease.
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