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prevention

UK
/prɪˈvɛnʃən/
US
/prɪˈvɛnʃən/

Translations

preventionnoun
preventions
pl
The prevention of disease is a key focus of public health initiatives.
La prévention des maladies est un axe essentiel des initiatives de santé publique.
Additional translations
mesure préventiveDans le sens d’une action ou mesure destinée à empêcher un problème.
Synonyms
hindrance
deterrence
stopping
averting
prohibition
obstruction
forestalling
preventionadjective
UK
/prɪˈvɛnʃən/
US
/prɪˈvɛnʃən/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to preventive measures.

Definitions

preventionnoun
The action of stopping something from happening or arising.
The prevention of disease is a key focus of public health initiatives.
An action, device, or measure that prevents something; a preventive measure.
Installing surge protectors is a simple prevention against electrical damage.
preventionadjective
Relating to or intended for prevention; designed to stop something from happening.
The city invested in several prevention programs to reduce crime.
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