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Definition of menopausal

menopausal

/ˌmɛn.əˈpɔː.zəl/
men · o · pau · sal

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• adjective

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Relating to, experiencing, or characteristic of menopause, the natural biological stage marking the end of menstrual cycles.

Example

"The clinic offers specialized health counseling and support groups for menopausal women."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century from "menopause" plus the adjectival suffix "-al." "Menopause" comes via French from the Greek "mēn" (month) and "pausis" (a cessation or pause), referring to the end of monthly menstruation.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Menopausal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/menopausal
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