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noun pep·per·mint \ ˈpe-pər-ˌmint , -mənt , in rapid speech ˈpep-mənt or -ᵊm-ənt \

Definition of peppermint

1 a :a pungent and aromatic mint (Mentha piperita) with dark green lanceolate leaves and whorls of small pink flowers in spikes

b :any of several mints (such as M. arvensis) that are related to the peppermint

2 :candy flavored with peppermint

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The name: PEZ was derived from the German word for peppermint.

— susan selasky, Detroit Free Press, "Heads up! PEZ collectors gathering in Troy for annual convention, and you're invited," 25 Aug. 2017
Recently I have been incredibly obsessed with an Ample Hills ice cream called peppermint patty.

— christine whitney, The Cut, "The Designers Who Love Simplicity and Hate Stilettos," 16 Aug. 2017
The aftershave component is already at work, calming the skin with peppermint extract—keeping even the most sensitive skin from breaking out.

— adam hurly, GQ, "The Best Aftershaves for Stopping the Burn," 13 Aug. 2017
Tonia's Biscotti will be selling peppermint, mandarin, chocolate and other flavors.

— donna freedman, Alaska Dispatch News, "Colorful produce and fresh fish abound at farmers markets," 9 Aug. 2017
The zoo’s male lion, who died in January, particularly loved peppermint.

— nicole blanchard, idahostatesman, "What keeps Zoo Boise’s lions purring? Blood popsicles and Victoria’s Secret perfume," 2 Aug. 2017
Extracts Stock up on the basics (hi, vanilla), the more advanced (think peppermint and almond), and the unexpected (rum and maple extracts do exist!).

— lisa lillien, PEOPLE.com, "Hungry Girl: How to Make Delicious Iced Coffee at Home," 31 July 2017
There are even calming scents piped into the air, like peppermint and frankincense.

— maria carter, Country Living, "This Assisted Living Facility Is Designed to Look Like a Small Town From the 1940s," 21 July 2017
Walnut shell powder sloughs away flakiness, while peppermint oil provides a refreshing, cooling sensation as well as a hydration boost to prevent dryness in the future.

— devon abelman, Allure, "19 New Summer Hair Products You Have to Try," 20 July 2017

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Definition of peppermint for English Language Learners

: a plant that produces an oil that is used especially to flavor candies
: a candy flavored with peppermint

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noun pep·per·mint \ ˈpe-pər-ˌmint \

Definition of peppermint for Students

1 :a mint plant with small usually purple flowers that yields an oil used especially to flavor candies

2 :a candy flavored with peppermint

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noun pep·per·mint \ -ˌmint, -mənt \

medical Definition of peppermint

:a mint of the genus Mentha (M. piperita) with dark green leaves and spikes of small pink flowers from which an aromatic oil is obtained

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pepperminty

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