menstruum

• Nom désignant historiquement le flux menstruel, et par extension, un solvant ou agent d'extraction utilisé en chimie ou en pharmacie.

An archaic noun referring to a solvent, or historically, the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause, as referenced by Hippocrates and Aristotle.

1. Solvent (archaic)C2formalscientific

   A substance, typically a liquid, used to dissolve another substance; a solvent.

   Solvant (archaïque)

   • The alchemist used a special menstruum to dissolve the metal.
   • In early chemistry, a menstruum was essential for many experiments.
   • The recipe called for a strong menstruum to extract the essence.

   Synonymesdissolventdissolversolvent

2. Menstrual dischargeC2formalmedical

   The monthly flow of blood and cellular debris from the uterus of non-pregnant women and female primates, occurring from puberty to menopause.

   Menstrues

   • The term 'menstruum' was historically used by Hippocrates and Aristotle to describe the monthly discharge.
   • The doctor explained the nature of the menstruum to the patient.
   • Ancient texts often refer to the menstruum as a key bodily fluid.

   Synonymescatameniamensesmenstrual flowperiod