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n. remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease n. contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse

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  1. n. remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease n. contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse