thyme
/taΙͺm/
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Simple Meaning
a small plant with leaves used to add flavor to food, especially meat and soups.
When to Use
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Examples in Conversation
βDon't forget to add some thyme to the chicken for extra flavor.β
βI bought fresh thyme at the market for the pasta sauce.β
Learning Path
βΆFull Definition
Any plant of the labiate genus Thymus, such as the garden thyme, Thymus vulgaris, a warm, pungent aromatic, that is much used to give a relish to seasoning and soups.
Related Words
Synonyms:
herbspice
Word Family:
thyme