intrauterine devices

A form of intrauterine device — A contraceptive device consisting of a spiral or similar shape of plastic or metal inserted through the vagina into the uterus in order to prevent the implantation of a fertilized egg.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of intrauterine device
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