condom
A condom is a thing that protects your body from getting sick or hurt when you have sex.
When people talk about condoms, they usually mean using them to prevent pregnancy and diseases during sex. But did you know it's also used for other medical purposes? For example, surgeons might use thin latex gloves like condoms to keep their hands clean while operating on a patient.
How common is "condom"?
Word condom is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
A flexible sleeve made of latex or other impermeable material such as polyurethane or sheepskin, worn over an erect penis during sexual intercourse as a contraceptive or as a way to prevent the spread of STIs during PIV, anal, or oral.
Example: buy a pack of condoms
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Real examples of "condom" in context
