peppermint

Meanings

• noun

  A type of hybrid mint, cross between water mint and spearmint, with a cool, refreshing taste and a minty aroma.

  - "I enjoy chewing on a piece of peppermint gum after meals."
  - "The aroma of peppermint essential oil is often used in aromatherapy to promote mental clarity and focus."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with peppermint
mint , pint

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Variants

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peppermint , peppermints , pepperminty

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Etymology

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From Old French poepir, peper, meaning 'pepper' and mint, meaning 'mint'. The name may have been given due to the peppery taste of peppermint.

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Trivia

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1. Peppermint is the world's most popular flavor of candy.

2. Peppermint essential oil is commonly used in aromatherapy to help alleviate stress and anxiety.

3. Peppermint tea is often consumed to aid in digestion and relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mint: Mint is a genus of plants in the Lamiaceae family, known for their aromatic leaves and refreshing taste. Peppermint is a hybrid of two species of mint: water mint and spearmint.

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Culture

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In Western cultures, peppermint is commonly used as a flavoring for food and beverages, particularly during the holiday season. It is also used in traditional medicine for digestive issues and to relieve headaches.

How to Memorize "peppermint"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a plant with bright green leaves and a refreshing, minty aroma. Visualize the leaves being crushed to release their essential oils and the cooling sensation they provide.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the smell of peppermint with the feeling of freshness and relaxation. Think of peppermint gum or candy to help remember the taste and sensation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym PEPPERMINT to remember the properties of peppermint: P - Pleasant taste, E - Essential oil, P - Pain relief, P - Pepitas (pumpkin seeds), E - Energizing, R - Refreshing, M - Medicinal, I - Inhalation, N - Natural, T - Traditional.

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