menopause

American  

[men-uh-pawz] / ˈmɛn əˌpɔz /

noun

Physiology.

1. the period of permanent cessation of menstruation, usually occurring between the ages of 45 and 55.

2. male menopause.

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menopause British  

/ ˈmɛnəʊˌpɔːz /

noun

1. Nontechnical name: change of life.  the period during which a woman's menstrual cycle ceases, normally occurring at an age of 45 to 50

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menopause Scientific  

/ mĕn′ə-pôz′ /

1. The time at which menstruation ceases, occurring usually between 45 and 55 years of age in humans.

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menopause Cultural  

1. The period in a woman's life when her menstrual cycles stop. Menopause typically occurs between the ages of forty-five and fifty-five.

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Other Word Forms

• menopausal adjective

Etymology

Origin of menopause

From the French word ménopause, dating back to 1870–75. See meno-, pause

Example Sentences

The demand for medical patches that deliver steady doses of estrogen is soaring as women of a certain age seek relief from symptoms of menopause and perimenopause.

From The Wall Street Journal

The coil was meant to be the first step in Elaine's menopause treatment, and she was desperate for help.

From BBC

The menopause is linked to changes in the brain similar to those seen in Alzheimer's, according to a large UK study.

From BBC

Jessica said the treatment took its toll on her 13-year-old son and also pushed her into early menopause, meaning she had to give up her plans to have another child.

From BBC

For example, menopause screening is to be officially incorporated into NHS health checks in England offered to women over 40 from this year.

From BBC