peppermint
3 synonyms for peppermint, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A strong-flavored mint plant, or the sharp, cooling flavoring made from it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
red gum
peppermint gum
peppermint candy
How to use peppermint
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
peppermint tea
peppermint candy
peppermint oil
Etymology
From pepper + mint, describing its sharp, peppery bite.
Full origin of peppermint →Frequently asked questions
What does “peppermint” mean?
The word “peppermint” means a strong-flavored mint plant, or the sharp, cooling flavoring made from it. In plain terms, a sharp, cooling minty flavor, or candy/plants flavored with it.
How do you pronounce “peppermint”?
“Peppermint” is pronounced PEH-puh-mihnt (/ˈpɛpɚˌmɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “peppermint” in a sentence?
Here is “peppermint” used in a sentence: “She added a few drops of peppermint oil to the tea.”
What part of speech is “peppermint”?
“Peppermint” is a noun.
How many meanings does “peppermint” have?
“Peppermint” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strong-flavored mint plant, or the sharp, cooling flavoring made from it.
