-
- To save this word, you'll need to log in.
menstrual
adjective
men·stru·al
ˈmen(t)-strü-əl
-strəl
: of or relating to menstruation
menstrually
adverb
Examples of menstrual in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Uterine fibroids can cause uterine bleeding between menstrual cycles and heavy menstrual bleeding.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
May Ease Menstrual Cramps and Joint Pain Ginger has been found to be helpful for managing dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps) and reducing menstrual pain.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024
The pair launched the company in 2022, with the aim to use menstrual blood in an attempt to fill healthcare’s gender data gap.
—Morgan Meaker, WIRED, 14 Oct. 2024
Hormonal oral contraceptives, hormone injections, and hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) may help shrink fibroids or control heavy menstrual bleeding.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 23 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for menstrual
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
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 21 Dec. 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
More from Merriam-Webster on menstrual
Nglish: Translation of menstrual for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of menstrual for Arabic Speakers
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share