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postcoital contraceptive |
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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. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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