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contraceptive

[kon-truh-sep-tiv] / ˌkɒn trəˈsɛp tɪv /
NOUN
birth control method
Synonyms
STRONGEST
condom diaphragm hormone pill
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IUD armor coil foam jelly loop preventative prophylactic ring rubber safety shield sponge
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barrier method intrauterine device planned parenthood preventive medicine rhythm method spermicidal cream vaginal suppository

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In addition to their use as a contraceptive, the pills are prescribed for a variety of health issues, including preventing anemia from heavy periods and treating uterine fibroids.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

Hall, a self-employed silversmith, first noticed symptoms after coming off the contraceptive pill which she said had been "masking" the pain for 10 years.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

She asked doctors if it could be endometriosis but was told she was too young and was given the contraceptive pill to ease the pain.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

"One option is to explore if one of our 'traffic-control' enzymes could be safely targeted as a nonhormonal male or female contraceptive," she added.

From Science Daily • Feb. 14, 2026

Ritual and ethical absention and the use of contraceptive drugs seem to have played the major part in maintaining this stability.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin