Definitions for pessaries

pessaries pes·sa·ry

Spelling: [pes-uh-ree]
IPA: /ˈpɛs ə ri/

Pessaries is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.

You can make 341 anagrams from letters in pessaries (aeeiprsss).

Definitions for pessaries

noun

  1. a device worn in the vagina to support a displaced uterus.
  2. a vaginal suppository.
  3. diaphragm (def 4).

Origin of pessaries

1350-1400; Middle English pessarie Late Latin pessārium a suppository, equivalent to Latin pess(um), pess(us) (Greek pessós oval stone used in a game) + -ārium -ary

Examples for pessaries

The thickened rim retains this circular shape by means of enclosed spiral spring when the pessary is in position.

I recommend the use of the pessary as the most convenient, the cheapest and the safest.

Wash the pessary in clear cold water, dry well and place away in the box.

After the pessary had been placed in position every trace of pain, etc., left me.

Or make a pessary of lead only, dip it in the above mentioned things, and put it up.

Sometimes a pessary which prevents the anteversion is efficient.

The pessary should, of course, never be worn during the menstrual period.

If there is inflammation of the womb, this must be subdued before using the pessary.

It seems inartistic and sordid to insert a pessary or a suppository in anticipation of the sexual act.

A doctor's help is needed only when first selecting the right size of pessary.

Word Value for pessaries
Scrable

12

Words with friends

12

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