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menstrual
adjective
men·stru·al
ˈmen(t)-strü-əl
-strəl
: of or relating to menstruation
menstrually
adverb
Examples of menstrual in a Sentence
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But in 20 states in the US, menstrual products are taxed as luxury items.
—Elizabeth Gulino, refinery29.com, 25 Oct. 2024
Practicing good hygiene, including frequently changing menstrual products and wiping from front to back.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 25 Oct. 2024
Maria Machado, a student attorney and senior at Central High School, co-founded Soy Mia, a nonprofit providing free menstrual products across Memphis, focusing on the Hispanic community.
—Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 25 Oct. 2024
Also endowed with anti-spastic properties, passionflower may soothe gastrointestinal disorders, aid digestion, and relieve menstrual pain.
—Valentina Bottoni, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of menstrual was
in the 14th century
Phrases Containing menstrual
Dictionary Entries Near menstrual
Cite this Entry
“Menstrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menstrual. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
menstrual
adjective
men·stru·al
ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l
: of or relating to menstruation
Medical Definition
menstrual
adjective
men·stru·al
ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l
: of or relating to menstruation
menstrually
adverb
a menstrually related migraine
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Nglish: Translation of menstrual for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of menstrual for Arabic Speakers
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