Mentha
- noun
- /ˈmɛnθə/
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- Fresh Mentha leaves are perfect for making tea.
- Mentha piperita
- Mentha pulegium
- spearmint (Mentha)
Examples
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The essential oils derived from Mentha are widely used in medicines and confectionery.
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Many culinary herbs, such as spearmint and peppermint, belong to the genus Mentha.
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Gardeners often plant different varieties of Mentha for their aromatic leaves.
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I love the smell of Mentha in my garden.
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Mentha, especially spearmint, is often used to flavor teas and desserts.
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Many herbal gardens include various species of Mentha for their aromatic properties.
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In cooking, Mentha can enhance dishes with its refreshing taste and aroma.
Synonyms
A group of plants with a strong smell like spearmint and peppermint used in cooking and medicine
Compounds
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A European mint plant that grows in wet places and smells like bergamot orange
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A small mint plant with a strong mint smell that grows in wet places
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A garden herb with a strong mint smell used to make tea and flavor food
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A small mint plant from Europe and Asia with purple flowers and a strong smell called pennyroyal
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A mint plant with pointed leaves and a fresh, sweet smell used to flavor food
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A group of plants with a strong smell like spearmint and peppermint used in cooking and medicine
How Aromatic
1
3.4
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91
1.0
58
1.0
Surface Forms
Etymology
Mentha comes from an old Greek name: a nymph called Mentha who, in a popular story, was turned into the mint plant. So today's Mentha is the name for mint plants and shares the same root as the common word mint, which helps you remember it is the fragrant herb used in food and medicine.