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contraceptive /con·tra·cep·tive/ (-sep´tiv)

1. diminishing the likelihood of or preventing conception.

2. an agent that so acts.

barrier contraceptive a contraceptive device that physically prevents spermatozoa from entering the endometrial cavity and fallopian tubes.

chemical contraceptive a spermicidal agent inserted into the vagina before intercourse to prevent pregnancy.

emergency contraceptive postcoital c.

intrauterine contraceptive see under device.

oral contraceptive a hormonal compound taken orally in order to block ovulation and prevent the occurrence of pregnancy.

postcoital contraceptive one that blocks or terminates pregnancy after sexual intercourse.

emergency contraceptive.

See postcoital contraceptive.

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