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

Recent Examples on the Web

This is when the ovaries gradually produce fewer hormones, affecting menstrual cycles. —Sashikala Vp, CNN Money, 4 Dec. 2025

For people with higher iron needs, such as those with heavy menstrual cycles or low iron stores, oysters can be a particularly effective option for raising iron levels. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Dec. 2025

The synthetic hormones used for ovarian stimulation cause estrogen and progesterone to rise to higher levels than in the typical menstrual cycle, followed by a big drop. —Anonymous, SELF, 4 Dec. 2025

Many types of stresses can cause headaches, including an infection, allergies, hormone changes during puberty and menstrual cycles, not getting enough sleep, not drinking enough water, skipping meals or drinking too much caffeine or alcohol. —Katherine Cobb-Pitstick, The Conversation, 1 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for menstrual cycle

• recycle
• motorcycle

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