D&C

or D and C

noun

, Medicine/Medical.

1. a surgical method for the removal of diseased tissue or an early embryo from the lining of the uterus by means of scraping.

D and C

noun

1. med dilation and curettage; a therapeutic or diagnostic procedure in obstetrics and gynaecology involving dilation of the cervix and curettage of the cavity of the uterus, as for abortion

Word History and Origins

Origin of D&C¹

d(ilation) and c(urettage)

Example Sentences

But the heroic actions of everyone on Flight 93 kept the plane from reaching its intended target—likely the White House or the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.—and spared many innocent lives.

From National Geographic Kids

While waiting for the D&C procedure, Shelley started experiencing cramps at home and went to A&E.

From BBC

Coelen is referring to developments the audience witnessed during its recently completed and Washington, D.C.-set seventh season, and more specifically, the decision of two couples to have sensitive conversations off-camera, one of which was a soft preview to the end of their relationship.

From Salon

The Washington, D.C.-based abortion provider would’ve been the only clinic in Southern California offering procedures after 24 weeks, and antiabortion protestors held rallies outside the site of the planned clinic, which hadn’t yet opened, in 2023.

From Los Angeles Times

Finally, the practical: Because 18 states and D.C.—including large states like California—already accept late-arriving ballots, the RNC sought a revolution in election law.

From Slate