coitus interruptus


coitus in·ter·rup·tus

noun \-ˌin-tə-ˈrəp-təs\

Definition of COITUS INTERRUPTUS

: coitus in which the penis is withdrawn prior to ejaculation to prevent the deposit of sperm into the vagina

Origin of COITUS INTERRUPTUS

New Latin, interrupted coitus
First Known Use: 1900

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