menstrual

adjective

men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strü-əl How to pronounce menstrual (audio)
-strəl
: of or relating to menstruation
menstrually adverb

Examples of menstrual in a Sentence

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What to Do About Heavy Periods Harlow wants more physicians to recognize that abnormal uterine bleeding increases during perimenopause and ask about their patients’ menstrual history when evaluating fatigue. Julia Ries, Health, 19 Mar. 2025 The Portland Loo, which is the design used in Philly and dozens of other cities, also includes a baby-changing table, menstrual products, Naloxone and other amenities. Mike D'onofrio, Axios, 12 Mar. 2025 The program also sought to provide education about menstrual hygiene, and fund a fiber processing center in Louisiana. Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 11 Mar. 2025 The description of the grant's goals, objectives and project methods contains no mention of prioritizing transgender men and focuses solely on the development of menstrual products made from natural fibers. Dan Ruetenik, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for menstrual

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

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“Menstrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menstrual. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

menstrual

adjective
men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l How to pronounce menstrual (audio)
: of or relating to menstruation

Medical Definition

menstrual

adjective
men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l How to pronounce menstrual (audio)
: of or relating to menstruation
menstrually adverb
a menstrually related migraine

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