lemon balm

noun

: a bushy perennial European mint (Melissa officinalis) often cultivated for its lemon-scented leaves
also : its leaves

Examples of lemon balm in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Hemp With an intense herbaceous and bitter taste, hemp is often combined with more delicate flavors such as lemon balm to make a soothing tea. Valentina Bottoni, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024 Formulated with a blend of essential oils—mint, lemon balm, rosemary, and rose—alongside grape extract and orange flower water, this mist helps prep the skin before makeup or provides a hydrating, refreshing boost even without makeup. Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024 Herbs: Anise, basil, bay laurel, chive, dill, ginger, lemon balm, Mexican tarragon, mint, oregano, rosemary, sage, sweet marjoram and thyme 6. Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2024 Herbal teas that contain valerian root, lemon balm, and chamomile confer additional relaxation benefits that encourage sleep. Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for lemon balm 

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Word History

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lemon balm was in 1864

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“Lemon balm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemon%20balm. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

lemon balm

noun
: a bushy perennial Old World mint of the genus Melissa (M. officinalis) often cultivated for its fragrant lemon-flavored leaves and tops that have been used to make a diaphoretic tea

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