contraceptive

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an agent or device intended to prevent conception
  2. adjective capable of preventing conception or impregnation

Etymology

Coined in the 20th century from contra- + conceptive; compare the related contraception.

Synonyms

preventive, preventative, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, birth control device

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