peppermint
/ˈpɛpərmɪnt/
noun
- A plant with a strong, cool, minty flavor, used in candy, tea, and medicine.
- She grew peppermint in a pot on her kitchen windowsill.
- The fresh scent of peppermint filled the garden.
- Peppermint tea is a popular remedy for upset stomachs.
- The flavor or oil extracted from the peppermint plant.
- This toothpaste has a refreshing peppermint taste.
- A drop of peppermint oil can soothe a headache.
- I prefer peppermint over spearmint in my hot chocolate.
- A candy or sweet flavored with peppermint.
- He sucked on a peppermint to freshen his breath.
- During the holidays, we always have a bowl of peppermints.
- She offered me a peppermint from the dish on her desk.
Synonyms
adjective
- Flavored with or containing peppermint.
- I bought some peppermint ice cream for dessert.
- The bakery sells peppermint cookies during winter.
- She loves peppermint lip balm in the cold months.