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rubber johnny

idiom
Meaning

A condom.


Examples
SIMPLE

He went to the shop to buy a rubber johnny.

CONTEXTUAL

She reminded him to pack a rubber johnny before they left for their weekend trip.

COMPLEX

The health clinic distributed information on safe sex practices, including the proper use of a rubber johnny.

Anchors to
Related idioms6entries
  1. 01

    burn rubber

    To accelerate so rapidly from standstill that it leaves a mark of burnt rubber on the road from the tire.

  2. 02

    Johnny Appleseed

    A person, usually a male, who is generous, nurturing, and dedicated to positivity and helping others.

  3. 03

    rubber hose

    A classic animated cartoon style which was first introduced in the early 20th century.

  4. 04

    rubber room

    A cell lined with cushions used for confinement of a mentally disturbed person.

  5. 05

    stage-door Johnny

    A man who is infatuated with one or more theatrical actresses and who routinely lingers in and around theatres in an effort to meet and form relationships with the female(s) of his affection.

  6. 06

    the rubber meets the road

    A place or circumstance at which the implementation of a plan or intent is to be achieved.

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