Definitions for pessary
ˈpɛs ə ripes·sa·ry

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. diaphragm, pessary, contraceptive diaphragmnoun

   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

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. pessarynoun

   A medical device similar to the outer ring of a contraceptive diaphragm, most commonly used to support a displaced uterus; also called therapeutic pessary.

2. pessarynoun

   A diaphragm.

3. pessarynoun

   A vaginal suppository.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Pessarynoun

   Is an oblong form of medicine, made to thrust up into the uterus upon some extraordinary occasions.

   Etymology: pessarie, Fr.

   Of cantharides he prescribes five in a pessary, cutting off their heads and feet, mixt with myrrh. Arbuthnot.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Pessary

   A pessary is a prosthetic device inserted into the vagina for structural and pharmaceutical purposes. It is most commonly used to treat stress urinary incontinence to stop urinary leakage and to treat pelvic organ prolapse to maintain the location of organs in the pelvic region. It can also be used to administer medications locally in the vagina or as a method of contraception. Pessaries come in different shapes and sizes, so it is important that individuals be fitted for them by health care professionals to avoid any complications. However, there are a few instances and circumstances that allow individuals to purchase pessaries from a store without a prescription or without seeking help from a health care professional. Some side effects may occur if pessaries are not sized properly or regularly maintained, but with the appropriate care, pessaries are generally safe and well tolerated.

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1. pessary

   A pessary is a prosthetic device that can be inserted into the vagina to support its structure. It is often used in cases of pelvic organ prolapse or stress urinary incontinence. It can also be used as a method of contraception.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Pessarynoun

   an instrument or device to be introduced into and worn in the vagina, to support the uterus, or remedy a malposition

2. Pessarynoun

   a medicinal substance in the form of a bolus or mass, designed for introduction into the vagina; a vaginal suppository

3. Etymology: [L. pessarium, pessum, pessus, Gr. pesso`s: cf. F. pessaire.]

WikidataRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Pessary

   A pessary is a medical device inserted into the vagina, either to provide structural support, or as a method of delivering medication.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Pessary

   pes′a-ri, n. an instrument worn in the vagina to remedy displacement of the womb. [Fr. pessaire—Low L. pessarium—Gr. pessos, a pebble.]

Matched Categories

1. • Contraceptive

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of pessary in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of pessary in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=pessary
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Pessary
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=pessary
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pessary
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pessary
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=pessary
8. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=pessary
9. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=pessary