condom
Plural: condoms
Noun
- A sheath used as a contraceptive or to prevent STIs.
- contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
- 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.
- Any flexible sleeve or barrier made of latex or other impermeable material such as polyurethane or sheepskin, worn during sexual activity to prevent pregnancy or the spread of STIs; for example, an internal condom.
Examples
- "Condom" is a perfectly valid Scrabble word, though rarely played in polite company.
- buy a pack of condoms
- flavoured condom
- ribbed condoms
Origin / Etymology
Unknown. Many speculations exist. Possibly derived from Italian guantone, from guanto (“a glove”).
Synonyms
prophylactic, rubber, safe, safety, French letter, Frenchie, Santa sock, balloon, boots, cock sock, condie, condom, contraceptive, cum catcher, dinger, franger, glove, jim hat, jimmy, jimmy cap, jimmy hat, joey, johnny, johnny bag, love glove, protection, raincoat, rubber hug, rubber johnny, scumbag, sheath
Scrabble Score: 11
condom: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Wordcondom: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
condom: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary