Definition of "coathanger" []

• Alternative spelling of coat hanger. (noun)

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• "The coathanger is a vivid reminder, lest we forget."
• "X Factor twins Jedward have found an unlikely fan in Sex Pistols star John Lydon, but he has no love for 'coathanger' Katie Price."
• ""coathanger" abortions any abortion that used a household object, even a smooth, easily sterilized one like a knitting needle. whereas "self-help" abortions are those in which the woman used materials intended for medical use or touted as appropriate for abortion by activists."