Menstruate

/ˈmɛnstruˌeɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To have a monthly discharge of blood and other materials from the uterus, occurring in women and female mammals.

Most women menstruate approximately once a month.

To undergo or experience menstruation.

She began to menstruate at the age of twelve.

To expel menstrual fluid.

Some women may experience discomfort when they menstruate.

From Latin 'menstruatus', past participle of 'menstruare', from 'mensis' meaning 'month'.

on the rag

A slang term often used to indicate menstruation.

time of the month

A euphemism for the menstruation period.

having your period

A straightforward expression for menstruating.

menstrual

Relating to menstruation.

menopause

The time in a woman's life when menstruation ceases.

dysmenorrhea

Painful menstruation.

Aunt Flo

When Aunt Flo comes to visit, I have to carry supplies with me.

Code red

I can't go swimming; it's a code red situation.