peppermint
noun
pep·per·mint
| \ ˈpe-pər-ˌmint
, -mənt, in rapid speech ˈpep-mənt or -ᵊm-ənt\
, -mənt, in rapid speech ˈpep-mənt or -ᵊm-ənt\
Definition of peppermint
1a
: a pungent and aromatic mint (Mentha piperita) with dark green lanceolate leaves and whorls of small pink flowers in spikes
b
: any of several mints (such as M. arvensis) that are related to the peppermint
2
: candy flavored with peppermint
Illustration of peppermint
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Other Words from peppermint
pepperminty
\ ˈpe-pər-ˌmin-tē
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adjective
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adjective
Examples of peppermint in a Sentence
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There are chemical deterrents, including peppermint and capsaicin, that should be used with caution. — Joan Morris, The Mercury News, "Are there non-lethal ways of controlling Bay Area’s rat population?," 9 Aug. 2019 While peppermint and spearmint are the most familiar, herb gardeners can also grow the furry apple mint, orange mint, and the popular chocolate mint. — The Editors, Good Housekeeping, "How to Grow Fresh Mint That Won't Overrun Your Garden," 22 Aug. 2018 But icebox cakes are truly fantastic any time of the year — think ginger-chai for Thanksgiving, peppermint-chocolate for Christmas, or Black Forest for Valentine’s Day. — Jessie Sheehan, Washington Post, "How to make an icebox cake, the coolest (literally!) no-bake dessert," 1 Aug. 2019 The Ice Cream Store overlooking the outer harbor offers peppermint stick ice cream all summer long. — James R. Carroll, USA TODAY, "Cape Ann, Massachusetts: A charming alternative to Cape Cod with sandy beaches and fried clams," 3 June 2019 There are about 30 core flavors on the menu, along with a slew of in-season offerings (peach in the summer, peppermint stick during the holidays). — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, "Where to take your kids to eat this summer vacation," 16 July 2019 While peppermint, lavender and other herbs can have a soothing effect on humans and animals, the concentrated oils are just too much. — Joan Morris, The Mercury News, "Seemingly benign skunk deterrent can be dangerous for cats," 14 June 2019 Try rum raisin, peppermint stick or blue Cookie Monster (my daughter’s favorite) — or why not all three in a banana split smothered in marshmallow fluff and chocolate and raspberry syrup? — Andre Vergara, latimes.com, "Four Hours: A kid-friendly guide to downtown Alhambra," 14 June 2019 For me, that’s a hot-fudge sundae with peppermint-stick ice cream. — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, "Cabot’s Ice Cream & Restaurant celebrates 50 years. They don’t make them like this anymore.," 12 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'peppermint.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for peppermint
peppermint
noun
English Language Learners Definition of peppermint
: a plant that produces an oil that is used especially to flavor candies
: a candy flavored with peppermint
See the full definition for peppermint in the English Language Learners Dictionary
peppermint
noun
pep·per·mint
| \ ˈpe-pər-ˌmint
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Kids Definition of peppermint
1
: a mint plant with small usually purple flowers that yields an oil used especially to flavor candies
2
: a candy flavored with peppermint
peppermint
noun
pep·per·mint
| \ -ˌmint, -mənt
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Medical Definition of peppermint
: a mint of the genus Mentha (M. piperita) with dark green leaves and spikes of small pink flowers from which an aromatic oil is obtained
Other Words from peppermint
pepperminty
\ ˈpep-ər-ˌmint-ē
\
adjective
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adjective
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