contraceptive sponge
(redirected from Sponge (contraceptive))con·tra·cep·tive sponge
a pliable hydrophilic piece of polyurethane foam infused with spermicide that is inserted into the vagina before coitus; used as a nonprescription contraceptive device.
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contraceptive sponge
n.
A small absorbent contraceptive pad that contains a spermicide and is placed against the cervix of the uterus before sexual intercourse.
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contraceptive sponge
A contraceptive device that combines a barrier (sponge) and a spermicide to prevent pregnancy. The sponge is inserted into the vagina before sexual intercourse and usually covers the cervix.Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
con·tra·cep·tive sponge
(kon'tră-sep'tiv spŭnj)A pliable hydrophilic piece of polyurethane foam infused with spermicide that is inserted into the vagina before coitus; used as a nonprescription contraceptive device.
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CONTRACEPTIVE SPONGE
contraceptive sponge
A sponge impregnated with a spermicide. It is used intravaginally during sexual intercourse as a method of contraception. See: illustration
Synonym: spermicidal sponge See: contraceptiveSee also: sponge
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