IUD

[ ahy-yoo-dee ]

abbreviation for

1. intrauterine device.

IUD

abbreviation for

1. intrauterine device or intrauterine contraceptive device

Word History and Origins

Origin of IUD¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Jenny Kutner, a 23-year-old writer for Salon, talked about her abortion after an IUD failure.

From The Daily Beast

Each was told by her doctor she would make her an excellent candidate for an intrauterine device, or the IUD.

From The Daily Beast

Just three years after doctors cast it off as unsuitable, the IUD is reigning supreme.

From The Daily Beast

From 2011-2012, we saw a 19 percent increase in IUD patients.

From The Daily Beast

I am able to maintain this blissful state thanks to the miraculous Mirena IUD.

From The Daily Beast

Related Words

• abstinence
• condom
• contraceptive
• diaphragm
• family planning
• pill
• vasectomy