lemony

adjective

lem·​ony ˈle-mə-nē How to pronounce lemony (audio)
: resembling or suggestive of a lemon

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The lemony scent and beautiful, long-lasting little blooms of verbena (Verbena x hybrida) make this a welcome addition to any sunny, moist, and well-draining flower bed in zones 8 to 11. Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 10 June 2026 The lemony scent of lemongrass may be a delight to human noses, but flies and many other garden pests just don’t like the aroma. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026 Tangy, lemony, and gratifyingly simple, this recipe should be your next summer baking project. Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 8 June 2026 Our hearty version is made with convenient rotisserie chicken and loaded with asparagus, herbs, and lemony flavor. Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 24 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for lemony

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lemony was in 1859

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“Lemony.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemony. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.

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