What does menthol mean?

n. A minty substance used in medicines for colds and in products like cigarettes and toothpaste to give a cool, refreshing feeling.

menthol

🇺🇸 /ˈmenθɔːl/ 🇬🇧 /ˈmenθɒl/

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noun

A minty substance used in medicines for colds and in products like cigarettes and toothpaste to give a cool, refreshing feeling.

The menthol in the cough drop gave a soothing coolness that helped with the irritation in her throat.

A minty substance used in medicines for colds and in products like cigarettes and toothpaste to give a cool, refreshing feeling.

Plural menthols