| Pronunciation: | | `prowfu'laksis
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[n] the prevention of disease |
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PROPHYLAXIS is a 11 letter word that starts with P. |
| | See Also: | | bar, prevention |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Proph`y*lax"is\, n. [NL. See {Prophylactic}.]
(Med.)
The art of preserving from, or of preventing, disease; the
observance of the rules necessary for the preservation of
health; preservative or preventive treatment.
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| Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | An attempt to prevent disease. |
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