contraceptive
|con-tra-cep-tive|
B2
/ˌkɒn.trəˈsɛp.tɪv/
preventing pregnancy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'contraceptive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'contraceptivus,' where 'contra-' meant 'against' and 'ceptivus' meant 'to take or seize.'
Historical Evolution
'contraceptivus' transformed into the modern English word 'contraceptive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'against conception,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a device or drug serving to prevent pregnancy.
She decided to use a contraceptive to avoid pregnancy.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
relating to or serving to prevent pregnancy.
They discussed various contraceptive methods.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/12 09:49