Condom
WordNet
noun
(1) Contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
WiktionaryText
Etymology
The etymology is not known. One theory is that it was named after its inventor, but there is no evidence for this. Another theory claims that it is a blending of the French words CONtraceptif DOMicile, which translates as "home contraceptive". Another theory says that it is from Italian guantone, from guanto (glove).
Noun
- A flexible sleeve made of latex or other impermeable material such as sheepskin, worn over the penis by males as means of a contraceptive or as a way to prevent the spread of STDs.
Synonyms
- dinger (Australian slang)
- franger (Australian slang)
- French letter (UK)
- johnny (slang)
- rubber (slang)
- protection (euphemism)
- jimmy hat (slang)
- See also Wikisaurus:condom