menstrual

[men-stroo-uhl, -struhl]

adjective

1. of or relating to menstruation or to the menses.

2. Archaic.,  monthly.

ˈmenstrual

/ ˈmɛnstrʊəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to menstruation or the menses

Other Word Forms

• intermenstrual adjective
• postmenstrual adjective
• premenstrual adjective
• premenstrually adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of menstrual¹

1350–1400; Middle English menstruall < Latin mēnstruālis having monthly courses, equivalent to mēnstru ( a ) monthly courses (noun use of neuter plural of mēnstruus monthly; mēnstr- ( semester ) + -uus adj. suffix, probably on the model of annuus annual ) + -ālis -al ¹

Example Sentences

The pain was centred in her hip and initially coincided with her menstrual cycle, but developed to be a constant, agonising problem.

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Alongside these traditional options, there's now a wider range of products available, including reusable options such as menstrual cups, period pants and washable pads.

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This is among the ways teams have been trying to ensure their players are able to perform at the highest level throughout their menstrual cycle.

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The lack of research that includes female participants is partly down to menstrual cycles and fluctuating hormones, making it more "complicated to track", Ms Patel explains.

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Pregnant people are uniquely vulnerable to chemical exposure and women are disproportionately exposed to toxic compounds, including through beauty and menstrual products.

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