<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>An herb, <em>Mentha piperita</em>, of the mint family, cultivated for its aromatic, pungent oil.</li><li>Also called peppermint oil.</li><li>This oil, or a preparation made from it.</li><li>A lozenge or confection flavored with peppermint.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>