morning-after pill

/ˈmɔrnɪŋ ˌæftər ˈpɪl/
/mɔnɪŋˈæftə pɪl/
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Definitions of morning-after pill
  1. noun
    a large dose of estrogen taken orally within 24 to 72 hours after intercourse; prevents implantation of a fertilized ovum and so acts as a contraceptive; commonly used after rape or incest
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    type of:
    birth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, preventative, preventive, prophylactic device
    an agent or device intended to prevent conception
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