Menstruate
(verb)
To have a menstrual period; to experience the discharge of blood and other materials from the uterus at approximately monthly intervals.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from latin mensis 'month' + menstruare 'to have a monthly flow'.
Examples:
- Many women experience discomfort or pain when they menstruate.
- It is normal for girls to start menstruating between the ages of 8 and 15.
- Women can use tampons or pads to absorb menstrual blood.
- The woman was upset because she had started to menstruate unexpectedly while she was at work.
- Some women choose to use menstrual cups as a reusable and eco-friendly alternative to disposable tampons or pads.