Associations to the word «Contraceptive»

Wiktionary

CONTRACEPTIVE, adjective. That acts to prevent conception as a result of sexual intercourse.
CONTRACEPTIVE, noun. A mechanism or means by which conception as a result of sexual intercourse can be prevented or made less likely.

Dictionary definition

CONTRACEPTIVE, noun. An agent or device intended to prevent conception.
CONTRACEPTIVE, adjective. Capable of preventing conception or impregnation; "contraceptive devices and medications".

Wise words

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