IUD

Noun

Meaning

contraceptive device consisting of a piece of bent plastic or metal that is inserted through the vagina into the uterus

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

intrauterine device armour loop armor coil abortion foam diaphragm pill abstinence jelly preventative prophylactic contraception condom

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Antonyms

gamete intrafallopian transfer artificial insemination assisted reproductive technology cytoplasmic transfer artificial reproduction embryo transfer

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Hypernyms

preventive preventative contraceptive birth control device contraceptive device prophylactic device

Hyponyms

loop

Examples

A category 4 condition indicates conditions that represent an unacceptable health risk if a copper IUD is inserted. Source: Internet

A copper IUD can be inserted at any phase of the menstrual cycle, but the optimal time is right after the menstrual period, when the cervix is softest and the woman is least likely to be pregnant. Source: Internet

According to a UHES report from 2002, 73% of married Uzbek woman had used the IUD, 14% male condom, and 13% the pill. Source: Internet

Despite family planning programs that educate women on different methods of contraception, the IUD has remained women’s first choice of contraception. Source: Internet

As of 2009, levels of IUD use in the United States are estimated to be 5.5%. Source: Internet

Copper 's role in increasing IUD efficacy would not be recognized until nearly 40 years later. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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