norgestrel

nor·ges·trel

N n

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nawr-jes-truh l]
- /nɔrˈdʒɛs trəl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nawr-jes-truh l]
- /nɔrˈdʒɛs trəl/

Definitions of norgestrel word

noun norgestrel a synthetic progestin, C 2 1 H 2 8 O 2 , used in some oral contraceptives either alone or in combination with an estrogen. 1
noun norgestrel A progestin used in hormonal contraceptives. 1

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Origin of norgestrel

First appearance:

before 1965

One of the 2% newest English words

1965-70; nor- + (pro)gest(ogen) + -rel, of uncertain derivation

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Parts of speech for Norgestrel

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norgestrel popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 60% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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