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

Recent Examples on the Web While many women with uterine fibroids may not experience any symptoms, others may have heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain or pressure, frequent urination, constipation, or complications with pregnancy and fertility. Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 14 June 2024 However, Black and Hispanic participants had consistently earlier menstrual starting ages than white and Asian participants. Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 30 May 2024 Here's a list of places in Milwaukee and Dane counties that offer menstrual products free of charge. Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 29 May 2024 Funchess said Detroit Public Library maintenance staff make weekly visits to maintain upkeep at the closed branches, but a Free Press reporter witnessed various debris at the Conley Branch, including hypodermic needles, spoons, women's menstrual products and other clothing items. Amelia Benavides-Colón, Detroit Free Press, 29 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for menstrual 

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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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Cite this Entry

“Menstrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menstrual. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

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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