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 In 2021, Newsom signed a bill into law that requires public schools to offer free menstrual products. Mackenzie Mays, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2024 Yay or nay on the tampon tax After years of prodding by Democrats, Republicans in at least one chamber have warmed up to the possibility of exempting menstrual products from the state sales tax. Brittany Carloni, The Indianapolis Star, 7 Mar. 2024 Gupta’s research has shown that not being able to afford menstrual products is linked to a higher likelihood of depression. Joe Murphy, NBC News, 9 Jan. 2024 The measure would remove the sales tax on the purchase of menstrual products, defined as tampons, panty liners, menstrual cups, pads, period panties and other similar products. The Courier-Journal, 5 Jan. 2024 The Senate has passed a bill to put menstrual data stored on period-tracking apps beyond the reach of law enforcement. Laura Vozzella, Washington Post, 13 Feb. 2024 Bleeding that occurs erratically or excessive regular menstrual bleeding is considered to be abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB). Brittany Barreto, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024 While there are many positive effects of hormonal birth control for women — which, beyond the sphere of family planning, can include the reduction of severe menstrual pain — there are undoubtedly consequences, personal and social. Kayla Bartsch, National Review, 1 Feb. 2024 Though national efforts have stalled, local programs have created space for young people and experts to openly address menstrual health. Jitsiree Thongnoi, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Jan. 2024

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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 19 Mar. 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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