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Peppermint

PEH-pur-mihnt

/ˈpɛpɜːrˌmɪnt/

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peppermint

Dictionary meaning

A candy flavored with peppermint oil.

Examples

  • After a pungent meal, I wanted a peppermint to clear my palate.
  • My herb garden includes several varieties of peppermint.

Synonyms: peppermint candy

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