Menstruation Definition & Meaning

menstruation
noun
  1. the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause; "the women were sickly and subject to excessive menstruation"; "a woman does not take the gout unless her menses be stopped" --Hippocrates; "the semen begins to appear in males and to be emitted at the same time of life that the catamenia begin to flow in females"--Aristotle

"Menstruation" in song lyrics

See how menstruation is used in real songs:

  • "Can't reduce my verbal cramp nor menstruation"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Hypnotic Prophets
  • "It's like nuttin when I'm throwin somethin rougher than menstruation"
    Das EFX — Krazy Wit Da Books
  • "that produce words that bleed on the pad like menstruation"
    Elzhi — The World Is Yours

Usage tips for "menstruation"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "menstruation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for menstruation to find words that pair well.

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