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Intrauterine: meaning, definitions and examples

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intrauterine

 

[ ˌɪntrəˈjuːtərɪn ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical context

Intrauterine refers to anything that occurs within the uterus. This term is commonly used in medical settings, particularly in obstetrics and gynecology. It can relate to various conditions, procedures, or devices, such as intrauterine devices (IUDs) used for contraception or intrauterine fetal monitoring during pregnancy. Intrauterine interventions can be crucial for monitoring or improving fetal health or managing complications during pregnancy.

Examples of usage

  • Intrauterine pregnancy is confirmed by ultrasound.
  • She opted for an intrauterine device as a form of contraception.
  • Intrauterine growth restriction can affect the baby's health.

Translations

Translations of the word "intrauterine" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intrauterino

🇮🇳 गर्भाशय के भीतर का

🇩🇪 intrauterin

🇮🇩 intrauterin

🇺🇦 внутрішньоутробний

🇵🇱 wewnątrzmaciczny

🇯🇵 子宮内の

🇫🇷 intra-utérin

🇪🇸 intrauterino

🇹🇷 rahim içi

🇰🇷 자궁 내의

🇸🇦 داخل الرحم

🇨🇿 intrauterinní

🇸🇰 vnutromaternicový

🇨🇳 子宫内的

🇸🇮 intrauterina

🇮🇸 innan legganganna

🇰🇿 ішкі жатырлық

🇬🇪 შიდა საშვილოსნო

🇦🇿 daxili uşaqlıq

🇲🇽 intrauterino

Etymology

The word 'intrauterine' is derived from the Latin terms 'intra', meaning 'within', and 'uterus', which translates to 'womb.' The Latin root 'uterus' has been used since ancient times, referring specifically to the female reproductive organ where fetal development occurs. The use of the prefix 'intra-' emphasizes the location of the action or object within the uterus. The term became more commonly used in the medical field in the 20th century as advancements in obstetrics and gynecology led to more complex procedures related to fetal health and women's reproductive health. It now serves as an essential term in discussions regarding pregnancy, contraception, and various medical practices that involve the uterus.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,474, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.