Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

menopausa

noun
ˌmɛnəʊˈpɔːzə
Definition
Menopause
Examples
  • Menopause can bring various physical and emotional changes.
  • After menopause, many women experience a decrease in hormone levels.
  • Some common symptoms of menopause include hot flashes and mood swings.
Meaning
The time in a woman’s life, typically between 45 and 55 years of age, when menstruation ceases and fertility ends, marking the end of the reproductive years.
Synonyms
  • Climacteric
  • Change of life