(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:07:44

Men"tha (?), n. [L. See Mint the plant.] Bot.

A widely distributed genus of fragrant herbs, including the peppermint, spearmint, etc. The plants have small flowers, usually arranged in dense axillary clusters.

 

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