The meaning of Contraception

noun

The deliberate use of artificial methods or other techniques to prevent pregnancy as a consequence of sexual intercourse. the major forms of artificial contraception are: barrier methods, of which the commonest is the condom or sheath; the contraceptive pill, which contains synthetic sex hormones which prevent ovulation in the female; intrauterine devices, such as the coil, which prevent the fertilized ovum from implanting in the uterus; and male or female sterilization.

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One of the most important methods of contraception

noun

Methods used to prevent pregnancy