noun

contraception

contraception, birth control

They discussed different methods of contraception.

They discussed different methods of contraception.

Access to contraception is important for public health.

Access to contraception is important for public health.

((uncountable)) the deliberate use of methods to prevent pregnancy. They discussed different methods of contraception.

Synonyms: birth control, family planning

From Latin 'contra-' (against) + 'conception'. Literally 'against conceiving'.

Break it down: 'contra' means against, and 'conception' is the start of pregnancy. So, it's 'against conception'.

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