word
Prophylaxis
proh-fih-LAK-sis
/ˌproʊfɪˈlæksɪs/Listen
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prophylaxis
Dictionary meaning
Preventive medical treatment to protect against disease — including vaccines, medications taken before exposure, and protective equipment
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