menstrual cycle

noun

: the cycle of physiological changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next

Examples of menstrual cycle in a Sentence

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Often one of the first signs of perimenopause women notice, according to Minkin, is irregular periods or menstrual cycle changes. Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 17 Oct. 2025 Creatine supplementation can be beneficial during hormone changes, like menstrual cycles, pregnancy, post-partum and menopause. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025 The rhythms of the menstrual cycle often reflect balance in other bodily systems and functions. Megan Feringa, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025 Managing symptoms of your menstrual cycle typically requires a well-rounded approach. Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for menstrual cycle

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of menstrual cycle was in 1912

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“Menstrual cycle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menstrual%20cycle. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

menstrual cycle

noun
: the complete cycle of bodily changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next

Medical Definition

menstrual cycle

noun
: the whole cycle of physiological changes from the beginning of one menstrual period to the beginning of the next

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