pre-menopausal
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/ˌpriːˌmɛnəˈpɔːzəl/
before menopause
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-menopausal' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and 'menopausal' relating to menopause.
Historical Evolution
'pre-menopausal' combines the prefix 'pre-' with 'menopausal' to describe the phase before menopause.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before menopause,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the period before menopause.
She is experiencing pre-menopausal symptoms.
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Last updated: 2025/02/13 19:51