Preventative (Noun)
Meaning 1
Remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease; "the doctor recommended several preventatives".
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
Any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The potholes on the road are a preventative to safe and efficient travel.
- Excessive bureaucratic red tape can be a preventative to starting a new business.
- The heavy fog on the mountain pass is a preventative to visibility for drivers.
- A poorly designed user interface can be a preventative to users effectively utilizing software.
- Lack of clear signage can be a preventative to navigation for visitors in unfamiliar cities.
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Meaning 3
An agent or device intended to prevent conception.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.