perimenopause

noun

peri·​men·​o·​pause ˌper-ē-ˈme-nə-ˌpȯz 

-ˈmē-

: the period around the onset of menopause that is often marked by various physical signs (such as hot flashes and menstrual irregularity)

perimenopausal

ˌper-ē-ˌme-nə-ˈpȯ-zəl 

-ˌmē-

adjective

Examples of perimenopause in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But with more awareness, that's beginning to change as more medical schools dedicate centers to perimenopause and menopause. —Adrianna Rodriguez, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025

These topical treatments are designed to address signs of aging that are common in perimenopause and menopause, but there are some things to consider before diving in. —Korin Miller, Flow Space, 28 Mar. 2025

An at-home test revealed that Shree had low progesterone levels, an early indication of perimenopause, the transitional period before menopause. —Kayla McCormick, NBC news, 23 Mar. 2025

The Hims & Hers platform is working to expand into care for perimenopause and menopause, a spokesperson said. —Tina Reed, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for perimenopause

• ahs
• baas
• cause
• clause
• claws
• coz
• daws
• draws
• flaws
• gauze
• gnaws
• haws

Medical Definition

perimenopause

noun

peri·​men·​o·​pause -ˈmen-ə-ˌpȯz, -ˈmēn- 

: the period around the onset of menopause that is often marked by various physical signs (as hot flashes and menstrual irregularity)