contraceptive

UK
/ˌkɒn.trəˈsɛp.tɪv/
US
/ˌkɑːn.trəˈsɛp.tɪv/

Translations

contraceptivenoun
contraceptives
pl
UK
/ˌkɒn.trəˈsɛp.tɪv/
US
/ˌkɑːn.trəˈsɛp.tɪv/
She decided to use a contraceptive to prevent pregnancy.
Она решила использовать контрацептив, чтобы предотвратить беременность.
Synonyms
birth control
family planning
contraceptiveadjective
more contraceptive
Comp.
most contraceptive
Super.
UK
/ˌkɒn.trəˈsɛp.tɪv/
US
/ˌkɑːn.trəˈsɛp.tɪv/
She decided to use contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy.
Она решила использовать противозачаточные методы, чтобы предотвратить беременность.
Synonyms

Definitions

contraceptivenoun
A device or drug serving to prevent pregnancy.
She decided to consult her doctor about the best contraceptive for her lifestyle.
contraceptiveadjective
Relating to or used for the prevention of pregnancy.
The contraceptive pill is a popular method for birth control among women.