contraceptive — a device, drug, or chemical agent that prevents pregnancy
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a device, drug, or chemical agent that prevents pregnancy
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌkɑːntrəˈseptɪv/
Korean meaning: 임신을 방지하는 기구, 약물, 또는 화학 물질; 피임약/피임기구
Korean pronunciation: 칸트러**셉**티브
Example Sentences
- The teenager was too embarrassed to buy contraceptives, so he asked his older brother to help.
- Modern contraceptive technology has significantly reduced unplanned pregnancies.
- She forgot to pack her contraceptive pills for the romantic vacation, which led to an unexpected surprise nine months later.
contraceptive
NOUN//ˌkɑːntrəˈseptɪv//
a device, drug, or chemical agent that prevents pregnancy
a device, drug, or chemical agent that prevents pregnancy
She's receptive to contraceptive advice, while he's deceptive about his stance
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어에서 유래된 단어로, '반대하여(contra)'와 '받아들이다(capere)'가 결합되어 '받아들이는 것을 막다'라는 의미로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“The teenager was too embarrassed to buy contraceptives, so he asked his older brother to help.”
“Modern contraceptive technology has significantly reduced unplanned pregnancies.”
“She forgot to pack her contraceptive pills for the romantic vacation, which led to an unexpected surprise nine months later.”
“The health clinic provides free contraceptive counseling to young adults.”
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