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Term: Menopause

Description:

Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years, typically occurring in their late 40s or early 50s. During menopause, the ovaries stop releasing eggs and the production of reproductive hormones such as estrogen and progesterone declines. This transition brings about various physical and emotional changes in a woman's body.

Senses:
Sense 1 (Noun):

Menopause refers to the period in a woman's life when menstruation ceases, signifying the end of her fertility and reproductive ability.

Example sentence: Jane experienced several symptoms during menopause, such as hot flashes and mood swings.

Sense 2 (Noun):

Menopause can also refer to the physiological and hormonal changes that occur during this transition.

Example sentence: The decrease in estrogen levels during menopause can lead to bone density loss.

Sense 3 (Verb):

Menopause can be used as a verb to describe the process of a woman ceasing to have menstrual cycles.

Example sentence: After undergoing a hysterectomy, Sarah menopaused at an early age.

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