lemongrass

noun

lem·​on·​grass ˈle-mən-ˌgras 

: 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

Examples of lemongrass in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Big Tree Farms sells a line of sauces and marinades, each with a base of coco aminos, and introduce other global zests like ponzu, lemongrass and tamarind in every bottle. —Andrew Watman, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025

The apple pie — famously praised by Gordon Ramsay — has a Vietnamese twist with star anise, ginger and lemongrass. —Shafaq Patel, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025

Drawing from centuries-old knowledge of medicinal plants and their healing properties, the garden now cultivates a variety of herbs, including lemongrass for digestion, mint for relaxation and turmeric for inflammation relief, all used to create soothing, restorative teas for guests. —Chelsea Frank, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025

Each product is crafted to nourish and enhance, infused with Jamaican black castor oil for hair growth, lemongrass for scalp health, and rice bran oil for hydration. —Melissa Noel, Essence, 8 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lemongrass

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