cervical cap

n. A small, rubber, cup-shaped contraceptive device that fits over the uterine cervix to prevent the entry of sperm.

cer′vical cap′

n. a contraceptive device made of rubberlike plastic and fitted over the cervix, where it may be kept for long periods without removal. [1920–25]

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Noun

cervical cap - a contraceptive device consisting of a small thimble-shaped cup that is placed over the uterine cervix to prevent the entrance of spermatozoabirth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, preventative, preventive - an agent or device intended to prevent conception

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cervical cap

cap

[kap] 1. a covering.2. a maximum budgetary limit.cervical cap a contraceptive device similar to the diaphragm but much smaller, consisting of a cup that fits directly over the cervix. It is only 60 per cent effective for women who have already given birth.

The cervical cap is inserted much like the diaphragm. The woman should check to be certain that it is placed over the cervix. From McKinney et al., 2000.cradle cap an oily yellowish crust that sometimes appears on the scalp of an infant, caused by excessive secretion by the sebaceous glands in the scalp. Treatment of mild cases consists of daily shampoo with mild soap. It can be loosened with an application of mineral oil or baby oil prior to shampooing. Called also milk crust and crusta lactea.

cer·vi·cal cap

a contraceptive diaphragm that fits over the cervix uteri.

cervical cap

n. A small, rubber, cup-shaped contraceptive device that fits over the uterine cervix to prevent the entry of sperm.

A barrier-type contraceptive consisting of a semirigid plastic cap that fits tightly over the uterine cervix, holding spermicide against it; CCs are functionally similar to diaphragms, but can be left in place for longer periods; CCs must be fitted, and they may not work on all women, due to cystocele or short anterior vaginal wall

cer·vi·cal cap

(sĕrvi-kăl kap) Contraceptive diaphragm that fits over the cervix uteri.

cervical cap

See CAP CONTRACEPTIVE.

cervical cap

Related to cervical cap: spermicide

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Words related to cervical cap

noun a contraceptive device consisting of a small thimble-shaped cup that is placed over the uterine cervix to prevent the entrance of spermatozoa

Related Words

birth control device
contraceptive
contraceptive device
prophylactic device
preventative
preventive