menopause
noun
men·o·pause
ˈme-nə-ˌpȯz 
ˈmē-
1
: the natural cessation of menstruation that usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55
2
: cessation of menstruation from other than natural causes
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In truth, conversations about how to deal with menopause in the workplace are as rare as workplace resources for those experiencing it.
—Soni Basi, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
The average woman hits menopause at age 50, but anything between 48 and 53 is considered normal.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Some patients explained that menopause is simply a natural process meant to be endured.
—Megan Myscofski, NPR, 1 July 2025
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
In truth, conversations about how to deal with menopause in the workplace are as rare as workplace resources for those experiencing it.
—Soni Basi, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
The average woman hits menopause at age 50, but anything between 48 and 53 is considered normal.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Some patients explained that menopause is simply a natural process meant to be endured.
—Megan Myscofski, NPR, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for menopause
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“Menopause.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menopause. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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menopause
noun
meno·pause
ˈmen-ə-ˌpȯz
ˈmēn-
ˈmēn-
1
a(1)
: the natural cessation of menstruation occurring usually between the ages of 45 and 55
… osteoporosis, which increases the risk of hip and spine fractures, is a well-known consequence of menopause.—Daniel D. Federman, The New England Journal of Medicine
Daniel D. Federman, The New England Journal of Medicine
(2)
: the physiological period in the life of a woman in which such cessation and the accompanying regression of ovarian function occurs
Hot flashes plague many women undergoing menopause …—K. A. Fackelmann, Science News
K. A. Fackelmann, Science Newscalled also climacteric, climax
compare perimenopause
b
: cessation of menstruation from other than natural causes (as from surgical removal of the ovaries)
Premature menopause due to surgery or ovarian failure …—Mary Duenwald, O: The Oprah Magazine
Mary Duenwald, O: The Oprah Magazine2
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