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peppermint noun

  /ˈpɛpəˌmɪnt/ , /ˈpɛpɚˌmɪnt/
  • 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. [from 17th c.]
  • (countable) Any of various sweets containing extract of the peppermint herb; peppermint confectionery. [from 19th c.]
 piperita, menta piperita
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