lemon thyme

noun

: a thyme (Thymus citriodorus) having lemon-scented leaves used as a seasoning
also : its leaves

Examples of lemon thyme in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Made from fresh cranberry juice, cranberry concentrate, natural cranberry essence, sage, lemon thyme, sugar, and juniper berry, it can be sipped own over ice, in a spritz, or in a Cosmopolitan—but can also be drizzled over ice cream or a warm slice of pie. Emily Cappiello, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024 According to the official tasting notes, this gives the whiskey notes of ripe fruit, cider, coffee, lemon thyme, dark chocolate, and spiced berry compote. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2024 For a cat-proof garden, grow plants with prickly stems and leaves, like squash, globe thistle, and sea holly, or plant strongly scented herbs, such as lemon thyme, Russian sage, rosemary, and rue. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2024 Not as bold as lemon zest and definitely not as acidic as the juice from citrus, lemon thyme offers a delicate lemony complement to the rich undertones of thyme. Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2023 See all Example Sentences for lemon thyme 

Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lemon thyme was in 1629

Dictionary Entries Near lemon thyme

Cite this Entry

“Lemon thyme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemon%20thyme. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!