intrauterine

American

[in-truh-yoo-ter-in, -tuh-rahyn] / ˌɪn trəˈyu tər ɪn, -təˌraɪn /

adjective

located or occurring within the uterus.

intrauterine British

/ ˌɪntrəˈjuːtəraɪn /

adjective

within the womb

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Etymology

Origin of intrauterine

First recorded in 1825–35; intra- + uterine

Example Sentences

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In 2020, Michelle had two intrauterine insemination procedures, a less invasive treatment compared with IVF.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

This includes treatments such as hormonal contraceptives and intrauterine delivery systems.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2025

Many doctors insist that using an intrauterine device requires at least two visits to their office: One to get it in, and eventually, one to get it out.

From Slate • Aug. 23, 2024

Shelton said she had sought medical attention for pain from her intrauterine device and was stunned to find out, just two days after missing her period, which she tracked regularly, that she was pregnant.

From Seattle Times • May 17, 2024

Unfortunately, the mother succumbed after ninety hours, and in a month the intrauterine child died from inanition, but the child of extrauterine gestation thrived.

From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Pyle, Walter L. (Walter Lytle)

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