feminine hygiene

noun

: conditions and practices conducive to female genital and reproductive health
tips for maintaining feminine hygiene
—often used before another noun
feminine hygiene tips
feminine hygiene products [=products used for managing menstruation, for cleansing the genitals, etc.]

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The preponderance of hacks involving feminine hygiene products deserves a section all its own. — Inga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Mar. 2025 But university leaders say that's a mischaracterization of research aimed at studying natural fibers in feminine hygiene products. — Chelsea Brasted, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025

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First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of feminine hygiene was in 1874

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“Feminine hygiene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/feminine%20hygiene. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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