How to Pronounce Pessary

To pronounce "pessary", say PESS-ary — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PESS-ary

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💡 Tip for remembering “pessary”

"pessary" has 2 syllables: pess-ary.

What does pessary mean?

noun

  1. 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. (contraception) A diaphragm or cervical cap.

Synonyms

cervical capdiaphragm

Related words

diaphragmplessimetercolpeurynterpenicilpledgetpillpill-popperpincushion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pessary"?▾

"Pessary" has 2 syllables: pess · ary.

What does "pessary" mean?▾

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

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