A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Contraception
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A [small child] walking [into its] [parents bedroom] to find out what the noise is
Contraception meaning & definition 1 of Contraception.
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The deliberate use of artificial methods or other techniques to prevent pregnancy as a consequence of sexual intercourse. The major forms of artificial contraception are: barrier methods, of which the commonest is the condom or sheath; the contraceptive pill, which contains synthetic sex hormones which prevent ovulation in the female; intrauterine devices, such as the coil, which prevent the fertilized ovum from implanting in the uterus; and male or female sterilization.
Contraception meaning & definition 2 of Contraception.
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(the use of) any of various methods intended to prevent a woman becoming pregnant:
Contraception meaning & definition 3 of Contraception.
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