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Peppermint Definition & Meaning

peppermint
noun
  1. herb with downy leaves and small purple or white flowers that yields a pungent oil used as a flavoring
  2. red gum tree of Tasmania
  3. a candy flavored with peppermint oil

"Peppermint" in song lyrics

See how peppermint is used in real songs:

  • "I'm year-round baby like a Peppermint"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Rap Candy Bars
  • "I'm fresher than a peppermint"
    Michael Barber — Sometimes
  • "Pass the peppermint"
    Bishop Lamont — Translator

Usage tips for "peppermint"

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Frequently asked questions

What does peppermint mean?
herb with downy leaves and small purple or white flowers that yields a pungent oil used as a flavoring red gum tree of Tasmania a candy flavored with peppermint oil
What part of speech is peppermint?
Peppermint is a noun.
How many definitions does peppermint have?
Peppermint has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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