contraception

Definitions of contraception
  1. noun
    an agent or device intended to prevent conception
    synonyms: mesure de précaution, moyen préventif
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    types:
    contraceptif, diaphragme
    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
    gelée spermicide
    a contraceptive agent that kills spermatozoa
    type of:
    appareil, outil
    an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
  2. noun
    birth control by the use of devices (diaphragm or intrauterine device or condom) or drugs or surgery
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    type of:
    contrôle des naissances, limitation des naissances, restriction des naissances, régulation des naissances
    limiting the number of children born
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