menstrual

adjective

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

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Personal care products like dental floss, diapers, menstrual products, moisturizer and makeup are also potential sources of PFAS exposure, though some companies are discontinuing the use of those chemicals in their products. Mara Hoplamazian, NPR, 2 June 2026 Dems call lack of menstrual leave ‘economic violence’ in push for new federal law. FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026 The scale of the problem Despite 1,000+ period-tracking apps, menstrual symptoms continue to undermine workplace productivity. Rachel Braun Scherl, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026 The Department of Education’s 2024–2025 Menstrual Equity Report states that a majority of schools reported having an adequate supply of menstrual products and being in compliance with Local Law 84. Gale Brewer, New York Daily News, 28 May 2026 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 3 Jun. 2026.

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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