verb
PMS
PMS (verb) means to go through premenstrual syndrome, the physical and emotional symptoms that can occur before a period. Example: “She said she was PMSing and just wanted to be left alone.”
verb
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To go through premenstrual syndrome, the physical and emotional symptoms that can occur before a period.
"She said she was PMSing and just wanted to be left alone."
How to use PMS
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed informally as a verb to describe experiencing PMS symptoms.
When to use it
Casual/informal; the noun form PMS is the more neutral, clinical term.
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- PMSes
- Past tense
- PMSed
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Frequently asked questions
What does “PMS” mean?
The word “PMS” means to go through premenstrual syndrome, the physical and emotional symptoms that can occur before a period. In plain terms, used informally as a verb to describe experiencing PMS symptoms.
How do you use “PMS” in a sentence?
Here is “PMS” used in a sentence: “She said she was PMSing and just wanted to be left alone.”
What part of speech is “PMS”?
“PMS” is a verb.
What is the meaning of PMS?
"PMS" (verb) means to go through premenstrual syndrome, the physical and emotional symptoms that can occur before a period.
