English Explanatory Dictionary

Durex

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A brand of condom.
  2. A brand of adhesive tape.
noun
  1. A condom.
  2. Adhesive tape.

Pronunciation

/ˈdʌ.ɹɛks/ /ˈdʊ.ɹɛks/ EN-AU ck1 Durex.ogg

Word forms

Durex Durexes

Etymology

Condom brand name: 1929, from durability, reliability, excellence.

Synonyms

condom adhesive tape Scotch tape sellotape sticky tape tape
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