intrauterine device

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intrauterine device (plural intrauterine devices) (abbreviated as IUD)

1. A contraceptive device consisting of a spiral or similar shape of plastic or metal inserted through the vagina into the uterus in order to prevent the implantation of a fertilized egg.

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• French: stérilet m., dispositif intra-utérin m., (DIU) m.
• Italian: dispositivo intrauterino m.