intrauterine device

== English == === Noun === intrauterine device (plural intrauterine devices) 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. Alternative form: IUD (initialism) Hypernyms: contraceptive < device Hyponyms: coil, loop Coordinate terms: diaphragm; internal condom, female condom; external condom, male condom; condom ==== Translations ====