: resembling or suggestive of a lemon

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If pork sounds better to you, consider these lemony sautéed cutlets or our crispy pork cutlets, either of which would complement the dish without overpowering its delicate flavor. Martha Stewart, 18 Aug. 2026 Scented geraniums contain geraniol, which is a natural compound that has a slightly lemony scent that ants stay clear of2. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026 This lemony shade isn't necessarily butter yellow, but leans close to the pastel hue's territory. Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 5 July 2026 Tangy, lemony, and gratifyingly simple, this recipe should be your next summer baking project. Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 July 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 29 Aug. 2026.

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