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preventive - 365bet中国官方网站 definition and meaning for word preventive

Definition
(noun) remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease

Synonyms : preventative , prophylactic

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Definition
(noun) any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

Synonyms : encumbrance , hinderance , hindrance , hitch , incumbrance , interference , preventative

Definition
(noun) an agent or device intended to prevent conception

Synonyms : birth control device , contraceptive , contraceptive device , preventative , prophylactic device

Definition
(adj) preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease

Synonyms : preventative , prophylactic

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Definition
(adj) tending to prevent or hinder

Synonyms : preventative