peppermint

/ˈpɛpərmɪnt/
noun
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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
  1. 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.
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