intrauterine device
noun
any small, mechanical device for semipermanent insertion into the uterus as a contraceptive.
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Also called IUD [ahy-yoo-dee] /ˈaɪˈyuˈdi/ .
Origin of intrauterine device
First recorded in 1920–25
Words nearby intrauterine device
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British Dictionary definitions for intrauterine device
intrauterine device
noun
a metal or plastic device, in the shape of a loop, coil, or ring, inserted into the uterus to prevent conceptionAbbreviation: IUD
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Medical definitions for intrauterine device
intrauterine device
n.
A birth control device, such as a plastic or metallic loop, ring, or spiral, that is inserted into the uterus to prevent implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterine lining.
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Scientific definitions for intrauterine device
intrauterine device
[ ĭn′trə-yōō′tər-ĭn, -tə-rīn′ ]
A birth control device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent implantation.
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Cultural definitions for intrauterine device
intrauterine device
[ (in-truh-yooh-tuh-ruhn, in-truh-yooh-tuh-reyen) ]
A metal or plastic device inserted into the uterus and used to prevent pregnancy.
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