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contraceptive diaphragm

DEFINITIONS OF: contraceptive diaphragm

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n a contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix

Synonyms:
diaphragm, pessary
Type of:
birth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, preventative, preventive, prophylactic device
an agent or device intended to prevent conception
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