menses
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siz noun ( used with a singular or plural verb ) Physiology.
the periodic flow of blood and mucosal tissue from the uterus; menstrual flow.
Origin:
1590–1600; < Latin mēnsēs, plural of mēnsis month
1590–1600; < Latin mēnsēs, plural of mēnsis month
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noun
1.
propriety; discretion.
verb (used with object)
2.
to adorn; bring honor to; grace.
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| —n , pl menses | |
| 1. | another name for menstruation |
| 2. | the period of time, usually from three to five days, during which menstruation occurs |
| 3. | the matter discharged during menstruation |
| [C16: from Latin, pl of mensis month] | |
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Word Origin & History
menses
"monthly discharge of blood from the uterus," 1597, from L. menses, pl. of mensis "month," from PIE *menes- "moon, month."
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Medical Dictionary
menses men·ses (měn'sēz)
n.
The monthly flow of blood and cellular debris from the uterus that begins at puberty and ceases at menopause. Also called emmenia, menstrual period.
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Science Dictionary
menses  (měn'sēz) Pronunciation Key
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If a blood clot blocks the flow of menses through the cervix, retrograde menstruation may be even more likely.
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