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Meaning of contraceptive

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

contraceptive

Pronunciation:/ˈkɒn.tɹəˌsɛp.tɪv/

noun

Definitions

  1. A mechanism or means by which conception as a result of sexual intercourse can be prevented or made less likely.

    Example: Putting a pig's bladder over one's penis during intercourse is not a good contraceptive.

adjective

Definitions

  1. That acts to prevent conception as a result of sexual intercourse.

    Example: She was careful to take her contraceptive pill at the same time every day.