1. a large dose of estrogen taken orally within 24 to 72 hours after intercourse; prevents implantation of a fertilized ovum and so acts as a contraceptive; commonly used after rape or incest;
WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006):
morning-after pill
n 1: a large dose of estrogen taken orally within 24 to 72 hours
after intercourse; prevents implantation of a fertilized
ovum and so acts as a contraceptive; commonly used after
rape or incest