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1
: any of a genus (Thymus) of Eurasian mints with small pungent aromatic leaves
especially
: a Mediterranean garden herb (T. vulgaris)
2
: thyme leaves used as a seasoning
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Sprinkle top of roast with remaining onion soup mix, thyme sprigs, remaining onion mixture, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
Add the tamari or soy, garlic and thyme and stir to combine.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
The white sings with rosemary and thyme while the rosso brings more bitter orange.
—Jeanne O'Brien Coffey, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Garnish with pear from a saucepan and a fresh thyme sprig.
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—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French time, thime, from Latin thymum, from Greek thymon, probably from thyein to make a burnt offering, sacrifice; akin to Latin fumus smoke — more at fume
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of thyme was
in the 14th century
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“Thyme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thyme. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
thyme
noun
ˈtīm
also ˈthīm
1
: any of a genus of Eurasian mints with small fragrant leaves
especially
: one grown for use in seasoning food
2
: thyme leaves used as a seasoning
Medical Definition
thyme
nounˈtīm also ˈthīm
: any of a genus (Thymus) of mints with small pungent aromatic leaves
especially
: a garden herb (T. vulgaris) used in seasoning and formerly in medicine especially as a stimulant and carminative
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