Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • Of or pertaining to an emmenagogue; promoting menstruation.

from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.

  • adjective Stimulating blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus, causing menstruation.

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Examples

  • The plant isn't directly emmenagogic, however, but recommended for regulating the menstrual cycle and preventing cramps, etc.

    Rapunzel, Parsley & Pregnancy Warner, Marina 2008

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