Definition of spermicide Spermicide

sper•mi•cide

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Noun

Plural: spermicides

spermicide - a contraceptive agent that kills spermatozoa
  spermatocide
  birth control device, contraceptive, contraceptive device, prophylactic device, preventative, preventive an agent or device intended to prevent conception
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  • spermicide (Noun)
    A substance used for killing sperm.

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  • Spermicide is a substance that kills sperm before it can enter the vagina. When a spermicide is used as the only form of contraception, the pregnancy rate is much higher than it is when other contraceptives are used. Spermicides are normally used with barrier contraception, such as condoms, cervical caps, diaphragms, and contraceptive sponges.

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