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

The Hibiscus Sol-Mate ($7) was a blend of (slightly caffeinated) yerba mate, hibiscus, rose, peppermint and lemongrass, with a fresh lemon slice and a hint of agave. — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026

One of the most popular offerings is the lemongrass-chicken croissant. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026

Despite what the name implies, this style of cooking fuses not just two but three parts of the world, combining the marine bounty of Baja with Mediterranean ingredients like olive oil and Asian aromatics like soy sauce and lemongrass. — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026

Citronella, lemongrass, cinnamon, and other botanical extracts may repel mosquitoes to some degree. — Angela Haupt, Time, 3 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lemongrass

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