birth control

[burth kuhn-trohl] / ˈbɜrθ kənˌtroʊl /

NOUN

prevention of conception

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abstinence condom contraceptive diaphragm family planning pill vasectomy

WEAK

IUD birth prevention conception prevention contraception method of preventing pregnancy planned parenthood rhythm method rubber tied tubes

Example Sentences

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Hormonal birth control pills, which help slow the growth of new tissue, are one option for treating endometriosis, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

On Evie, a reader can scroll from “7 Iced Starbuck Dupes With a Fraction of the Calories” to meditations on the health risks of hormonal birth control and vaccines that skirt any of the benefits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026

The finding could improve infertility treatments and support the development of safe, nonhormonal male birth control options.

From Science Daily • Feb. 14, 2026

Planned Parenthood offers a range of services, including abortions, birth control, cancer screenings and testings for sexually transmitted diseases.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

They also had less access to birth control.

From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt