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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.

postcoital contraceptive,

a contraceptive that blocks or terminates pregnancy after sexual intercourse. Also called emergency contraceptive.

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