Pessary (Noun)

Meaning

A contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Contraceptive Diaphragm
• Diaphragm

Hypernyms

• Contraceptive
• Preventative
• Contraceptive Device
• Birth Control Device
• Prophylactic Device