noun
peppermint
PEH-puh-mihnt
Peppermint (noun) means a strong-flavored mint plant, or the sharp, cooling flavoring made from it. Example: “She added a few drops of peppermint oil to the tea.”
noun
1
A strong-flavored mint plant, or the sharp, cooling flavoring made from it.
"She added a few drops of peppermint oil to the tea."
2
A candy flavored with peppermint.
"He unwrapped a peppermint after dinner to freshen his breath."
How to use peppermint
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sharp, cooling minty flavor, or candy/plants flavored with it.
Common pairings
peppermint tea
peppermint candy
peppermint oil
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Word forms
- Plural
- peppermints
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Etymology
From pepper + mint, describing its sharp, peppery bite.
Synonyms
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red gum
peppermint gum
peppermint candy
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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.
