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

Fibroid symptoms can include heavy menstrual bleeding; longer, more frequent, and more painful periods; pelvic pain or pressure; frequent urination; and, sometimes, fertility challenges. — Fiorella Valdesolo, Vogue, 30 July 2026

After using a menstrual cup, the user disposes of the menstrual blood in the toilet and clean the cup. — Parents, 29 July 2026

This includes access to water, sanitation and menstrual health supplies, yet schools often lack these resources. — Courtney Busch, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

The non-opioid tablet can be used by adults and children aged 12 and ​older for temporary relief of headaches, back pain, muscle aches, toothache, menstrual cramps and minor pain from arthritis, the FDA said. — Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 24 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