morning-after pill (n)

n03785843

type n
lex_filenum 06
def a large dose of estrogen taken orally within 24 to 72 hours after intercourse
def prevents implantation of a fertilized ovum and so acts as a contraceptive
def commonly used after rape or incest
Outgoing links
Hypernym contraceptive, preventive, preventative, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, birth control device
Incoming links
Hyponym contraceptive, preventive, preventative, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, birth control device

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