contragestive
(kŏnˌtrə-jĕsˈtĭv)
adjective Capable of preventing gestation, either by preventing implantation or by causing the uterine lining to shed after implantation.
noun A contragestive drug or agent.
Origin:
Origin: contra-
Origin: + gest(ation)
Origin: + -ive
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Related Forms:
- conˌtra·ges·taˈtion (-jĕ-stāˈshən)
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