peppermint

/ˈpɛpəˌmɪnt/

IPA: /P EH1 P ER0 M IH0 N T/

noun
  1. 1

    A hybrid herb of the mint family (Mentha × piperita), formed by crossing watermint and spearmint, which has a high menthol content and a sharp flavor and is used in cooking, especially in herb teas and in confections.

  2. 2

    A confection containing extract of peppermint.

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