menstrual

adjective

men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strü-əl 

-strəl

: of or relating to menstruation

menstrually adverb

Examples of menstrual in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For premenopausal women experiencing moderate to severe endometriosis pain or heavy menstrual bleeding due to uterine fibroids, one option a provider may discuss is MYFEMBREE® (relugolix, estradiol, and norethindrone acetate). — Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 14 July 2026

This life phase might bring symptoms including hot flashes, menstrual changes, and sleep issues—not to mention unpredictable estrogen levels. — Jamie Ducharme, Health, 10 July 2026

But when menstrual symptoms become severe enough to interfere with work, school, relationships or daily activities, something more serious may be going on. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 July 2026

The Oura Ring 4 also keeps tabs on your stress levels, vitals, menstrual health, and—of course—your physical activity. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing menstrual

• menstrual cup
• menstrual cycle
• menstrual disc
• menstrual pad
• menstrual period

Rhymes for menstrual

• premenstrual

Kids Definition

menstrual

adjective

men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l 

: of or relating to menstruation

Medical Definition

menstrual

adjective

men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l 

: of or relating to menstruation

menstrually adverb

a menstrually related migraine