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Definition of perimenopausal

perimenopausal

/ˌpɛr.iˌmɛn.əˈpɔː.zəl/
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• adjective

1

Relating to, occurring in, or experiencing perimenopause, the transitional period immediately preceding and surrounding the onset of menopause.

Example

"The physician discussed common perimenopausal symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles, night sweats, and sleep disturbances."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'perimenopausal' with 'premenopausal': 'perimenopausal' refers specifically to the transitional years immediately leading up to menopause when hormone levels fluctuate and symptoms appear, whereas 'premenopausal' applies more broadly to the entire reproductive period before menopause.

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peril
perilous
perilously
perimenopausal
perimenopause
perimeter
period

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in late 20th-century medical English from the Greek prefix 'peri-' (around or near) and 'menopausal', ultimately from Greek 'men' (month) and 'pausis' (cessation).

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