Meaning of the word contraindication in English
What does contraindication mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
contraindication
US /ˌkɑːn.trəˌɪn.dəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌkɒn.trəˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
a reason why something is not advisable or should not be used as a course of treatment or a particular drug, especially a symptom or condition that makes a particular treatment or procedure inadvisable.
Example:
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Pregnancy is a contraindication for certain medications.
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A high fever is a contraindication for this type of therapy.
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