lemongrass

noun

lem·​on·​grass ˈle-mən-ˌgras How to pronounce lemongrass (audio)
: a grass (Cymbopogon citratus) of robust habit native to southern India and Ceylon that is grown in tropical regions for its lemon-scented foliage used as a seasoning and that is the source of an aromatic essential oil
also : its foliage

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The oil comes in four varieties — food-grade mineral oil enriched with extracts of orange and lemon, lavender and rosemary, or lemongrass, and 100 percent organic coconut oil. Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2024 One expert quote-unquote, says, 'Plants with strong odors such as garlic, onions, marigolds, lemongrass, and basil chase away snakes. Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2024 Treat yourself to it once a week to improve the look of hair while indulging in its delicious bergamot and lemongrass scent that are sure to earn you compliments. Iman Balagam, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024 Researchers found that a hair tonic containing lemongrass essential oil effectively reduced dandruff.7 It was significantly reduced at a week and even more at two weeks. Kathi Valeii, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lemongrass 

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First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lemongrass was in 1801

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“Lemongrass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemongrass. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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