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πρόληψη — meaning in English

prolipsi

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English meaning

  • prevention noun The act of stopping something, especially a problem or danger, before it happens.
  • superstition noun A belief in supernatural forces or luck that isn't based on evidence or reason.

Senses

πρόληψη is used for these senses in English:

  • obviation The act of obviating; deterrence or prevention.
  • prevention The act of preventing or hindering; obstruction of action, access, or approach; thwarting.
  • superstition A belief or beliefs, not based on human reason or scientific knowledge, that events may be influenced by one's behavior in some magical or mystical way.

Related Greek words