mint

Meanings

• noun

  A plant of the mint family, Lamiaceae, with square stems and opposite leaves that are lance-shaped or round, used to make tea, gum, or as a seasoning.

  - "She added a handful of fresh mint leaves to the iced tea."
  - "The mint plant is often used in Middle Eastern dishes for flavor."
  - "Chewing on a mint leaf can help freshen breath."

• noun

  A monetary unit of various countries, including the United States, Australia, and New Zealand.

  - "The price of the car was $10,000."
  - "I need to exchange my dollars for euros before my trip to Europe."
  - "The cost of groceries is going up, so I need to budget carefully."

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Pronunciation

1. /mɪnt/
   
   
   
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2. /mɪnt/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

bundle , pile

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mint
pint , minty , tint , intend , wint

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Variants

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mint , mintier , mintiest , mints , minty , minted , minter , minters , minting , mint julep , mint juleps , mint condition

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Etymology

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The word 'mint' comes from the Old French word 'monete,' meaning 'coin,' and the Latin word 'menta,' meaning 'mint.' In medieval Europe, coins were often made from minted metals, which were stamped with the image of the ruling monarch.

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Trivia

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1. Mint is a popular flavor for candy, especially during the holiday season.

2. The oldest known mint plant was found in Egypt and dates back to 2000 BC.

3. Mint is often used as a natural insecticide and can be used to repel ants and mosquitoes.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mint family: The Lamiaceae, or mint, family is a large family of flowering plants. It includes many common herbs, such as basil, thyme, rosemary, and oregano.

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Culture

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Mint has been used for various purposes throughout history. In ancient Greece, mint was used as a medicine to treat digestive issues. In medieval Europe, mint was used to flavor food and drinks and was also used to make perfumes. In modern times, mint is used as a flavoring in candy, gum, and toothpaste.

How to Memorize "mint"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a lush garden filled with mint plants, their leaves a bright green color. Visualize the crisp, cool sensation of a mint leaf as you chew on it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the smell of mint with freshness and cleanliness. Think of the refreshing taste of mint tea or mint gum.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'MINT' to remember the meanings of the two homophones: Money In New Transactions and Mentha Interspecifica Nurtured In The.

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