contragestive

contragestive definition - medical

con·tra·ges·tive (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.

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