johnny
n. countablen. a rubber cover that a man wears on his penis during sex to prevent pregnancy or disease. It is a very informal word for a condom.
n. a prophylactic sheath, typically made of latex, worn during sexual intercourse. British slang in register; functions as a colloquial synonym for a condom.
You should always use a johnny to stay safe.
The health clinic provides free johnnies and advice on sexual health to all local students.
While the clinical term is preferred in medical literature, the term johnny remains a common colloquialism in informal British English when discussing contraception.
From John + -y. In the sense of an Englishman, compare John Bull.
Informal British slang; the term is rarely used in American English or formal contexts.
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Johnny Appleseed
A person, usually a male, who is generous, nurturing, and dedicated to positivity and helping others.
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rubber johnny
A condom.
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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.