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[よ(予)·ぼう(防)]
yobou
noun, suru verb, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 予防

noun, suru verb, no adjective
  1. prevention; precaution; protection against
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Definition and Synonyms for 予防

Prevention the act of preventing
Synonyms: 予防, 防止, 阻止
Prophylaxis the prevention of disease
Synonyms: 予防

Meanings for each kanji in 予防

» beforehand; previous; myself; I
» ward off; defend; protect; resist

Categories 予防 is a member of

Hindrance the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding
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Prevention the act of preventing
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Sample Sentences for 予防

It is a disease that can't be prevented.
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Prevention is better than cure.
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I had a flu shot.
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He didn't have MMR shots in Japan.
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She needs another DPT shot.
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