Plural of prophylactic
regular plural
The plural of prophylactic is prophylactics.
Forms of prophylactic
| Singular | prophylactic /pɹɒfəˈlæktɪk/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | prophylactics |
| Countable | countable |
Prophylactics in a sentence
- It is not clear whether such education is to be directed to homosexuals (for whom prophylactics are not a contraceptive) or to heterosexuals as well (for whom prophylactics are a contraceptive).1977, Human Life Center, International Review of Natural Family Planning, Human Life Center, St. John's University, page 2
- Huge quantities of mithridatum and dragon-water were drunk for prophylactics.1931, E. Linklater, Ben Jonson & King James, page 119. From the entry mithridatum
Meaning of prophylactic
- noun A medicine which preserves or defends against disease; a preventive.
- noun A prophylactic condom.
- noun Any device or mechanism intended to prevent harmful consequences.
Questions about the plural of prophylactic
- What is the plural of prophylactic?
- The plural of prophylactic is prophylactics.
- Is prophylactic countable?
- Prophylactic is a countable noun.
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