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IUD Definition


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intrauterine device
intrauterine contraceptive device
noun
    1. A contraceptive device consisting of a plastic or metal coil, loop or other shape that is inserted into the womb to prevent implantation of a fertilized egg (and thus pregnancy) by causing mild inflammation of the lining of the uterus. Also called coil.
Etymology: 1960s.




IUD
abbreviation
    1. Intrauterine device.


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