First Known Use: circa 1842
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prophylaxis
noun pro·phy·lax·is \-ˈlak-səs\
plural pro·phy·lax·es\-ˈlak-ˌsēz\
Definition of PROPHYLAXIS
: measures designed to preserve health (as of an individual or of society) and prevent the spread of disease
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Origin of PROPHYLAXIS
New Latin, from Greek prophylaktikos
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prophylaxis
noun pro·phy·lax·is \-ˈlak-səs\
plural pro·phy·lax·es \-ˈlak-ˌsēz\
Medical Definition of PROPHYLAXIS
: measures designed to preserve health and prevent the spread of disease : protective or preventive treatment <prophylaxis against viral diseases> <a paste containing fluorine for dental prophylaxis>
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