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 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 The breast meat is seared first, then vacuum-sealed in a bag with rosemary, lemon thyme, English thyme, garlic and seasonings. —

Tim Carman, Washington Post, 17 July 2023 One of the most popular culinary thymes, lemon thyme (Thymus serpyllum citratus) is known for its enticing lemon scent and taste. —

Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 30 June 2023 See all Example Sentences for lemon thyme

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