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prophylactic

[proh-fuh-lak-tik, prof-uh-] / ˌproʊ fəˈlæk tɪk, ˌprɒf ə- /
ADJECTIVE
protective
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Pet owners across the country have been advised they should treat their cats and dogs as a preventative measure every month, known as prophylactic use - although many veterinary organisations have now updated their advice.

From BBC Jun. 10, 2026

In the past few years, he’s seen a notable change in 20-somethings coming into his office, both with cancer as well as for prophylactic surgeries, including Benson’s.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 7, 2026

Volunteers were divided into two groups: prophylactic arm and therapeutic arm.

From Science Daily Feb. 19, 2026

It also announced plans to buy Cidara Therapeutics, which is working on antiviral treatments, including a flu prophylactic in Phase 3, for $9.2 billion.

From MarketWatch Feb. 3, 2026

In Christian houses the prophylactic takes the form of a cross, which frequently is nailed on the eaves during the process of building.

From Turkey Peeps at Many Lands by Millingen, Julius R. Van




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