sper·mi·cide (spûr m -s d )n. An agent that kills spermatozoa, especially one used as a contraceptive. Also called spermatocide. sper mi·cidal (-sdl) adj. |
spermicide
Noun
a substance, esp. a cream or jelly, that kills sperm, used as a means of contraception [sperm + Latin caedere to kill]
spermicidal adj
| spermicide (spûrm-sd) An agent that kills spermatozoa, especially one that is used as a contraceptive. |
spermicide
a substance or preparation used for killing sperm, used in contraception. — spermicidal, adj.
See also: Birtha substance or preparation used for killing sperm, used in contraception. — spermicidal, adj.
See also: Killing
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | spermicide - a contraceptive agent that kills spermatozoa birth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, preventative, preventive - an agent or device intended to prevent conception |
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