PROPHYLAXIS


Meaning of PROPHYLAXIS in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ -ˈlak-səs ]

noun

( plural pro·phy·lax·es -ˈlak-ˌsēz)

Etymology: New Latin, from Greek prophylaktikos

Date: circa 1842

: measures designed to preserve health (as of an individual or of society) and prevent the spread of disease

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.