menstrual

adjective

men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strü-əl How to pronounce menstrual (audio)
-strəl
: of or relating to menstruation
menstrually adverb

Examples of menstrual in a Sentence

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Going forward, Target has identified women’s health, from menstrual care through menopause, as a priority. Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026 Other reasons include severe endometriosis, gender-affirming surgery, severe menstrual blood loss or uterine, cervical or ovarian carcinoma. Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 15 May 2026 Based in Jersey City, NJ the organization advocates for menstrual health legislation, facilitates educational workshops and distributes free menstrual health products to those in need. Bridgette Bartlett Royall, Essence, 14 May 2026 The data was self-reported, including the women’s menstrual history (which was used to determine their reproductive stage), and lifestyle factors like physical activity levels and smoking status. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for menstrual

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of menstrual was in the 14th century

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“Menstrual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/menstrual. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

menstrual

adjective
men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l How to pronounce menstrual (audio)
: of or relating to menstruation

Medical Definition

menstrual

adjective
men·​stru·​al ˈmen(t)-strə(-wə)l How to pronounce menstrual (audio)
: of or relating to menstruation
menstrually adverb
a menstrually related migraine

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