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contraceptive

1891 (n.) "a contraceptive device or drug;" 1915 (adj.) "pertaining to contraception; preventing conception," from stem of contraception + -ive.

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Definitions of contraceptive from WordNet
1
contraceptive (n.)
an agent or device intended to prevent conception;
Synonyms: preventive / preventative / contraceptive device / prophylactic device / birth control device
2
contraceptive (adj.)
capable of preventing conception or impregnation;
contraceptive devices and medications
Synonyms: prophylactic / antifertility
From wordnet.princeton.edu

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