Intrauterine (adjective)

1. Occurring, situated, or performed inside the uterus.
2. Having to do with pregnancy and the developing fetus within the uterus.

Origin:

Late latin intrauterinus, from latin intra- within + uterus uterus.

Examples:

1. The intrauterine device (IUD) is a method of birth control that is placed inside the uterus.
2. Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is a condition where a fetus doesn't grow at a normal rate inside the uterus.
3. Intrauterine transfusion is a medical procedure performed to correct certain fetal blood disorders.
4. Intrauterine pressure is monitored to assess the progress of labor and delivery.
5. Intrauterine exposure to certain substances, such as alcohol or tobacco, can affect the development of the fetus.