Thyme — Defs

01 n. Any plant of the labiate genus Thymus. The garden thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a warm, pungent aromatic, much used to give a relish to season…

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Any plant of the labiate genus Thymus. The garden thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a warm, pungent aromatic, much used to give a relish to seasoning and soups.(Bot.)
“Ankle deep in moss and flowery thyme.” — Cowper.

“I know a bank where the wild thyme blows.” — Shak.

Phrases & compounds

Cat thyme — a labiate plant (Teucrium Marum) of the Mediterranean religion. Cats are said to be fond of rolling on it.

Wild thyme — Thymus Serpyllum, common on banks and hillsides in Europe.