Definition of Contraceptive

1. Noun. An agent or device intended to prevent conception.

Exact synonyms: Birth Control Device, Contraceptive Device, Preventative, Preventive, Prophylactic Device
Specialized synonyms: Cervical Cap, Coil, Condom, Prophylactic, Rubber, Safe, Safety, Contraceptive Diaphragm, Diaphragm, Pessary, Intrauterine Device, Iud, Morning-after Pill, Anovulant, Anovulatory Drug, Birth Control Pill, Contraceptive Pill, Oral Contraceptive, Oral Contraceptive Pill, Pill, Spermatocide, Spermicide
Generic synonyms: Device
Derivative terms: Preventive

2. Adjective. Capable of preventing conception or impregnation. "Contraceptive devices and medications"
Exact synonyms: Antifertility, Prophylactic
Similar to: Protective
Derivative terms: Prophylactic

Definition of Contraceptive

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Medical Definition of Contraceptive

1. An agent that diminishes the likelihood of or prevents conception. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Contraceptive

contrabandist
contrabandists
contrabands
contrabass
contrabasses
contrabassist
contrabassists
contrabassoon
contrabassoons
contrabevel
contraception
contraception
contraceptions
contraception behaviour
contraceptive (current term)
contraceptive (current term)
contraceptives
contraceptive agents
contraceptive device
contraceptive device
contraceptive devices
contraceptive diaphragm
contraceptive method
contraceptive pill
contraceptive sponge
contraclockwise
contract
contract
contractable
contracted

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