Contraceptive meaning

What does “contraceptive” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“contraceptive” is a noun and adjective with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: an agent or device intended to prevent conception.

contraceptive

noun

  1. an agent or device intended to prevent conception

adjective

  1. capable of preventing conception or impregnation

    “contraceptive devices and medications”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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