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prevention

/prɪˈvɛnʃən/

Translations

preventionnoun

preventions

The prevention of crime is a priority for the police.

Предотвращение преступлений является приоритетом для полиции.

Prevention is better than cure.

Профилактика лучше, чем лечение.

Additional translations

Synonyms

preventionadjective

/prɪˈvɛnʃən/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to preventive measures.

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.