Pronunciation: /kənˈtræsəptɪv/
noun a device or drug serving to prevent pregnancy
A1 I need to buy some contraceptive pills.
A2 She is considering using a contraceptive patch.
B1 The doctor prescribed a contraceptive implant for birth control.
B2 There are different types of contraceptive methods available in the market.
C1 The effectiveness of contraceptive devices varies depending on the individual.
C2 Research has shown that access to contraceptive services can help reduce unintended pregnancies.
adjective serving to prevent pregnancy
A1 She uses contraceptive pills to prevent pregnancy.
A2 The doctor recommended a contraceptive method to avoid unwanted pregnancies.
B1 Many young adults are educated about different contraceptive options.
B2 There are various contraceptive devices available on the market.
C1 The government provides free contraceptive services to low-income families.
C2 Research studies have shown the effectiveness of long-acting contraceptives in preventing pregnancies.
formal The doctor prescribed a contraceptive pill to prevent pregnancy.
informal She's on the contraceptive shot to avoid getting pregnant.
slang I forgot to take my 'contraceptive thing' last night.
figurative Using humor as a contraceptive against stress is not a long-term solution.
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