condom

Meaning

  1. 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.
  2. (broadly) Any of various forms of flexible sleeve or barrier, variously shaped for either penetrative or receptive body parts, made of latex or other impermeable material such as polyurethane or sheepskin, worn (by anyone with ) during sexual activity to prevent pregnancy or the spread of STIs.

Frequency

C1
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈkɒn.dɒm/
Etymology

In summary

Unknown. Many speculations exist. Possibly derived from Italian guantone, from guanto (“a glove”).

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