menstrual cycle

noun

: the cycle of physiological changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next

Examples of menstrual cycle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

How to eat during every phase of your menstrual cycle A healthy, balanced diet—with plenty of fiber, lean protein, vegetables, and whole grains—is helpful at every stage of the menstrual cycle, and for all facets of general health. —Hannah Coates, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025

Regulating hormones: Magnesium can help balance hormone levels that increase during the menstrual cycle, like estrogen and progesterone.7 Balanced hormones, either through supplementation or a healthy diet of magnesium-rich foods, can lead to less severe menstrual cramps. —Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 6 Feb. 2025

The average menstrual cycle is 28 days long, but each woman is different. —Susan Lacke, Outside Online, 2 Feb. 2025

In the context of cycle syncing, many people break the menstrual cycle down into four distinct parts: menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal. —Lauren Mazzo, SELF, 28 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

menstrual cycle

noun

: the complete cycle of bodily changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next

Medical Definition

menstrual cycle

noun

: the whole cycle of physiological changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next