Menthol Definition & Meaning

menthol
noun
  1. a crystalline compound that has the cool and minty taste and odor that occurs naturally in peppermint oil; used as a flavoring and in medicine to relieve itching, pain, and nasal congestion
  2. a lotion containing menthol which gives it the smell of mint

"Menthol" in song lyrics

See how menthol is used in real songs:

  • "This ball beat them all I get you open like menthol"
    Lords of the Underground — No Pain
  • "Cool like Menthol"
    DJ EQ f/ Casual, Del, Xzibit — Three Emcees
  • "Looking like I just doused 'em in alcohol, I light a Newport, I'm also addicted to menthol"
    Twiztid f/ Lavel, Violent J — So High

Words that rhyme with menthol

Usage tips for "menthol"

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