Peppermint

·noun A lozenge of sugar flavored with peppermint.

II. Peppermint ·noun An aromatic and pungent plant of the genus Mentha (M. piperita), much used in medicine and confectionery.

III. Peppermint ·noun A volatile oil (oil of peppermint) distilled from the fresh herb; also, a well-known essence or spirit (essence of peppermint) obtained from it.