Spermicide: meaning, definitions and examples
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spermicide
[ หspษrmษชหsaษชd ]
contraceptive method
Spermicide is a chemical agent used to immobilize or kill sperm to prevent pregnancy. It is often used in conjunction with other contraceptive methods, such as condoms or diaphragms, to enhance their effectiveness.
Synonyms
contraceptive agent, sperm-killing substance, spermatocide.
Examples of usage
- Many couples use spermicide along with condoms for added protection.
- The doctor recommended a spermicide to use with the barrier method.
- Some females may experience irritation with certain types of spermicide.
- Spermicide should be applied before intercourse for optimal effectiveness.
Translations
Translations of the word "spermicide" in other languages:
๐ต๐น espermicida
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเฅเคฐเฅเคฏเคจเคพเคถเค
๐ฉ๐ช Spermizid
๐ฎ๐ฉ spermisida
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฟะตัะผััะธะด
๐ต๐ฑ spermaลผel
๐ฏ๐ต ็ฒพๅญๆฎบๅค
๐ซ๐ท spermicides
๐ช๐ธ espermicida
๐น๐ท spermisit
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์ ์ดํด์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุจูุฏ ุงูุญููุงูุงุช ุงูู ูููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ spermicid
๐ธ๐ฐ spermicรญd
๐จ๐ณ ็ฒพๅญๆ็ญๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ spermicid
๐ฎ๐ธ spermicide
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฟะตัะผะธัะธะด
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแ แแแชแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ spermisid
๐ฒ๐ฝ espermicida
Etymology
The origin of the word 'spermicide' can be traced back to the early 20th century, derived from the combination of 'sperm,' which comes from the Greek word 'sperma' meaning 'seed' or 'to sow,' and the suffix '-cide,' derived from the Latin 'caedere,' meaning 'to kill.' The term emerged as contraceptive technologies evolved, especially during the 1950s and 1960s when the birth control movement gained significant traction. Spermicide was developed as an accessible means of contraception, allowing individuals to take control of their reproductive health. Over the decades, spermicides have been subject to research and development to improve efficacy and reduce side effects, while also raising discussions regarding safe sex practices and responsible family planning.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,725, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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