adj Uncommon

menstrual

MEHN-stroo-uhl

Menstrual (adj) means relating to menstruation or the menstrual period. Example: “She tracked her menstrual cycle using an app.”

adj

Relating to menstruation or the menstrual period.

"She tracked her menstrual cycle using an app."

"Menstrual cramps can be eased with heat and painkillers."

How to use menstrual

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving to do with a woman's monthly period.

Common pairings

menstrual cycle menstrual pain menstrual products

menstruals plural

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From Latin mēnstruālis, from mēnsis ("month") — the same root as "menstruation" and, more distantly, "moon."

Origin: Latin

catamenial mensal menstruous

catamenial mensal menstruous

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What does “menstrual” mean?

The word “menstrual” means relating to menstruation or the menstrual period. In plain terms, having to do with a woman's monthly period.

How do you pronounce “menstrual”?

“Menstrual” is pronounced MEHN-stroo-uhl (/ˈmɛn.stɹu.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “menstrual” in a sentence?

Here is “menstrual” used in a sentence: “She tracked her menstrual cycle using an app.”

What is another word for “menstrual”?

Words with a similar meaning to “menstrual” include catamenial, mensal and menstruous.

What part of speech is “menstrual”?

“Menstrual” is an adjective.

Where does the word “menstrual” come from?

The word “menstrual” comes from Latin. From Latin mēnstruālis, from mēnsis ("month") — the same root as "menstruation" and, more distantly, "moon.".

Is “menstrual” a common word?

“Menstrual” is an uncommon word in modern English.

catamenial mensal menstruous