birth control — methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy during sexual intercourse
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy during sexual intercourse
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɜːrθ kənˈtroʊl/
Korean meaning: 임신을 방지하기 위해 사용되는 방법이나 장치, 피임
Korean pronunciation: **버**스 컨**트**롤
Example Sentences
- She forgot to take her birth control pill and panicked like she'd forgotten to water her pet cactus for a month.
- The government announced new policies to improve access to birth control.
- Modern birth control methods are much more effective than ancient techniques like jumping backward seven times.
birth control
NOUN//ˈbɜːrθ kənˈtroʊl//
methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy during sexual intercourse
A young couple discusses birth control options with a friendly doctor at the clinic.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
'birth'는 태어남을, 'control'은 통제를 의미하는 단어들이 결합되어 '출산 조절'이라는 의미로 발전했습니다. 20세기 초 피임 운동과 함께 널리 사용되기 시작했습니다.
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📝Examples
“She forgot to take her birth control pill and panicked like she'd forgotten to water her pet cactus for a month.”
“The government announced new policies to improve access to birth control.”
“Modern birth control methods are much more effective than ancient techniques like jumping backward seven times.”
“The doctor discussed various birth control options with the young couple.”
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