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Definition of condom

condom

/ˈkɑːn.dəm/
con · dom
Plural:condoms
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• noun

1

A thin, flexible sheath, typically made of latex or polyurethane, worn over the penis or inserted into the vagina during sexual intercourse as a barrier contraceptive and to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections.

Example

"Public health campaigns emphasize the consistent use of a condom to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections."

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• Nearby Words

conditioning
condo
condolence
condom
condominium
condonable
condone

Word Origin & Etymology

First attested in English in the early 18th century; its exact origin remains uncertain, though scholars have variously proposed derivations from Latin 'condus' (receptacle) or Italian 'guantone' (large glove). A popular 18th-century legend attributing the invention to a physician named Dr. Condom at the court of King Charles II is unsupported by historical evidence.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Condom. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/condom
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