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birth control device
/bˈɜːθ kəntɹˈoʊl dɪvˈaɪs/
Birth control device
01
a tool or method, like condoms or contraceptive pills, used to prevent pregnancy
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
birth control devices
What is a "birth control device"?
A birth control device is a tool used to prevent pregnancy. Examples include condoms, which are worn on the penis to catch sperm; diaphragms and cervical caps, which are placed inside the vagina to block sperm from reaching the egg; and intrauterine devices (IUDs), which are inserted into the uterus to prevent a fertilized egg from attaching. These devices help prevent pregnancies and can also offer protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), depending on the type.
Examples
Condoms are a widely used and effective birth control device.
