Mentholated: meaning, definitions and examples
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mentholated
[ ˈmɛnθəʊleɪtɪd ]
medicinal use
Mentholated refers to a product that has been infused with menthol, a compound derived from mint oils. This infusion gives the product a characteristic cooling sensation when applied to the skin or inhaled. Mentholated products are commonly used in ointments, cough drops, and other personal care items to provide relief from congestion and muscle pain. The cooling effect can also promote a sense of freshness and provide soothing relaxation.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I applied mentholated ointment to relieve my sore muscles.
- The mentholated cough drops helped ease my throat irritation.
- She preferred mentholated lip balms for their cooling effect.
- Mentholated creams are popular among athletes for post-workout soreness.
Translations
Translations of the word "mentholated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mentolado
🇮🇳 मेंथॉलयुक्त
🇩🇪 mentholhaltig
🇮🇩 mentol
🇺🇦 ментоловий
🇵🇱 mentolowy
🇯🇵 メンソールの
🇫🇷 mentholé
🇪🇸 mentolado
🇹🇷 mentollü
🇰🇷 멘톨의
🇸🇦 منثولية
🇨🇿 mentolový
🇸🇰 mentolový
🇨🇳 薄荷的
🇸🇮 mentoliran
🇮🇸 mentól
🇰🇿 ментолдан
🇬🇪 მენტოლის
🇦🇿 mentollu
🇲🇽 mentolado
Word origin
The term 'mentholated' originates from the word 'menthol', which is derived from the Latin 'mentha', meaning mint. The use of menthol dates back to ancient times, where it was known for its aromatic properties and medicinal benefits. In the 18th century, menthol was first isolated from peppermint oil, leading to an increase in its use in various pharmaceutical preparations. By the 19th century, the cooling properties of menthol were recognized, and products began to be marketed explicitly as mentholated. The word 'mentholated' became popular as manufacturers began to develop more products—such as ointments and lozenges—that utilized menthol's unique properties. The term has since evolved to encompass a wide range of menthol-infused products aimed at providing soothing, cooling, or refreshing effects.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,496, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.