spearmint

noun

spear·​mint ˈspir-ˌmint 

-mənt

: a common mint (Mentha spicata) grown for flavoring and especially for its aromatic oil

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Examples of spearmint in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This cold-hardy perennial is easy to grow and comes in numerous varieties, including spearmint, peppermint, chocolate mint, apple mint, pineapple mint, and more. — Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2026

Take a deep breath and inhale the soothing aromas of eucalyptus and spearmint from this stress-relieving candle. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 23 July 2026

Refreshing ingredients like eucalyptus and hydrating spearmint wake up the skin, while coconut oil softens it. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 July 2026

Mint Tea Mint tea is made by brewing spearmint or peppermint leaves in hot water. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 1 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spearmint

• endearment

Kids Definition

spearmint

noun

spear·​mint -ˌmint 

-mənt

: a common mint grown for flavoring and especially for its fragrant oil

Medical Definition

spearmint

noun

spear·​mint ˈspi(ə)r-ˌmint, -mənt 

: a common herb of the genus Mentha (M. spicata) cultivated for use as a flavoring agent and especially for its aromatic oil