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Definition of menthol

menthol

/ˈmɛn.θɔːl/
men · thol
Plural:menthols
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Adjective:mentholated
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menthol Lexical Profile

menthol Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A crystalline organic compound obtained from peppermint oil or produced synthetically, widely used in cough drops, topical ointments, and cosmetics for its cooling sensation and minty aroma.

Example

"The throat lozenge contained menthol to help soothe her painful cough."

2

A cigarette flavored with menthol to produce a cooling, minty taste when smoked.

Example

"Public health officials debated the impact of banning menthols to reduce youth smoking rates."

• Nearby Words

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mentally
mentee
menthol
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mention
mentionable

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in German in the mid-19th century by combining the Latin word mentha ('mint', from Ancient Greek minthe) with the chemical suffix -ol (derived from 'alcohol').

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