Prophylactic Mnemonic

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prophylactic

prophylactic

/pɹɒfəˈlæktɪk/

Examples

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

noun

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

noun

capable of preventing conception or impregnation

adjective

warding off- Victor Schultze

adjective

preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease

adjective
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"Pro + Phil + Act + Tic. Before Phil acts, he takes a tick check for safety."

"Pro + Phil + Act + Tic. Protect, Phil acts quick, keeps sickness slick."

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