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French
Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἔμμηνα (émmēna, “menses”) + ἀγωγός (agōgós, “leading”).
Pronunciation
Adjective
emménagogue (plural emménagogues)
- emmenagogic (that stimulates blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus, causing menstruation)
- des plantes emménagogues ― (please add an English translation of this usage example)
Noun
emménagogue m (plural emménagogues)
- emmenagogue (substance that stimulates blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus, causing menstruation)
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