perimenopause

noun

peri·​men·​o·​pause ˌper-ē-ˈme-nə-ˌpȯz 

-ˈmē-

: the period around the onset of menopause that is often marked by various physical signs (such as hot flashes and menstrual irregularity)

perimenopausal

ˌper-ē-ˌme-nə-ˈpȯ-zəl 

-ˌmē-

adjective

Examples of perimenopause in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

From claim denials to failure to cover hormone therapy treatments and low reimbursement for the time and care needed to treat perimenopause and menopause. —Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 24 Jan. 2025

Here are a few ways to address some of the most common perimenopause and menopause skin concerns. —Vicky Vera, Glamour, 23 Jan. 2025

Heigl says that even her sister has been poking fun at her perimenopause journey. —Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024

According to Cedars-Sinai, every woman eventually goes through perimenopause, yet many have never heard the word before or do not understand its full scope. —Nicole Dunn, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

perimenopause

noun

peri·​men·​o·​pause -ˈmen-ə-ˌpȯz, -ˈmēn- 

: the period around the onset of menopause that is often marked by various physical signs (as hot flashes and menstrual irregularity)