cervical cap
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cervical cap
n.
A small, rubber, cup-shaped contraceptive device that fits over the uterine cervix to prevent the entry of sperm.
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cer′vical cap′
n.
a contraceptive device made of rubberlike plastic and fitted over the cervix, where it may be kept for long periods without removal.
[1920–25]
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Noun | 1. | cervical cap - a contraceptive device consisting of a small thimble-shaped cup that is placed over the uterine cervix to prevent the entrance of spermatozoa birth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, preventative, preventive - an agent or device intended to prevent conception |
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DiaphragmaWkładka domaciczna
cer·vi·cal cap
n. capa o cubierta del cuello uterino, contraceptivo.
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