Medical Device
male condom Audio
male con·dom
Subclass of:
Contraceptive Devices, Male
Definitions related to condoms, male:
  • (condom) A contraceptive device consisting of a thin rubber or latex sheath worn over the penis during intercourse.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • (condoms) A sheath that is worn over the penis during sexual behavior in order to prevent pregnancy or spread of sexually transmitted disease.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
  • A condom is a sheath which completely covers the penis with a closely fitting membrane. The condom is used for contraceptive and for prophylactic purposes (preventing transmission of venereal disease). The device may also be used to collect semen to aid in the diagnosis of infertility.
    Standard Product Nomenclature
    U.S Food & Drug Administration, 2003
  • A male condom is a thin sheath placed over the erect penis. When left in place during sexual intercourse, oral sex or anal sex, male condoms are an effective way to protect yourself and your partner from sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Male condoms are also an effective way to prevent pregnancy.
    Mayo Clinic
    Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 2025
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