intrauterine device

American  

noun

1. any small, mechanical device for semipermanent insertion into the uterus as a contraceptive.

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intrauterine device British  

noun

1.  IUD.  a metal or plastic device, in the shape of a loop, coil, or ring, inserted into the uterus to prevent conception

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intrauterine device Scientific  

/ ĭn′trə-yo̅o̅′tər-ĭn,-tə-rīn′ /

1. A birth control device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent implantation.

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intrauterine device Cultural  

1. A metal or plastic device inserted into the uterus and used to prevent pregnancy.

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Etymology

Origin of intrauterine device

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

Marsee learned how to administer medication abortion pills, procedural abortions, and highly effective birth control methods, including hormonal implants and intrauterine devices.

From Salon

There are two kinds of these highly effective methods: intrauterine devices, known as IUDs, and hormonal implants inserted into the upper arm.

From Salon

Shelton said she had sought medical attention for pain from her intrauterine device and was stunned to find out, just two days after missing her period, which she tracked regularly, that she was pregnant.

From Seattle Times

In a report into the three incidents in February, Betsi Cadwaladr health board outlined how a patient had a coil - an intrauterine device which prevents pregnancy - inserted after undergoing a Caesarean section.

From BBC

Women are increasingly turning to the intrauterine device, or IUD, as a form of contraception, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published Thursday.

From Seattle Times