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Meaning ofpreventativein English

preventative

us//prɪˈvɛntətɪv//uk//prɪˈvɛntəˌtɪv//

Pluralpreventatives

Definitions

Adjective
1. slowing disease development; obstructing
2. slowing illness development; protective (against disease)
  The preventative medication helped slow down the progression of the disease.
Noun
1. a barrier or hindrance; preventative measure
2. contraceptive device (e.g. condom)
  The doctor recommended using a preventative during intimate relationships.
3. delaying or stopping something unhealthy
  The new policy aims to be a preventative measure against climate change.