contraceptive method

/ˈkɑntrəˌsɛptɪv ˌmɛθəd/

Other forms: contraceptive methods

Definitions of contraceptive method

1. noun

   birth control by the use of devices (diaphragm or intrauterine device or condom) or drugs or surgery
   synonyms: contraception

   types:

   oral contraception

   contraception achieved by taking oral contraceptive pills

   surgical contraception

   contraception by surgical sterilization

   tubal ligation

   a sterilization procedure with women; both Fallopian tubes are tied in two places and the tubes removed in between the ligations

   vasectomy

   surgical procedure that removes all or part of the vas deferens (usually as a means of sterilization); is sometimes reversible

   type of:

   birth control, birth prevention, family planning

   limiting the number of children born