1
: any of a genus (Thymus) of Eurasian mints with small pungent aromatic leaves
especially
: a Mediterranean garden herb (T. vulgaris)
2
: thyme leaves used as a seasoning
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Use natural repellents like rosemary, thyme, cedar, lavender, or peppermint oil applied to sachets or wood blocks to deter pantry moths.
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Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025
In addition to the basil, oregano and parsley, consider adding bay leaves, thyme and rosemary.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Fill your bag with herbs such as rosemary, lavender, bay, or thyme, in addition to clear, blue, or purple crystals.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
The dry gin process includes a base wheat, mixed with juniper and coriander layered with rosemary, thyme, dill seed, celery leaf and lemon verbena, according to the farm's website.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025
In addition to the basil, oregano and parsley, consider adding bay leaves, thyme and rosemary.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Fill your bag with herbs such as rosemary, lavender, bay, or thyme, in addition to clear, blue, or purple crystals.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
The dry gin process includes a base wheat, mixed with juniper and coriander layered with rosemary, thyme, dill seed, celery leaf and lemon verbena, according to the farm's website.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
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“Thyme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thyme. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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thyme
noun
ˈtīm 
also ˈthīm
1
: any of a genus of Eurasian mints with small fragrant leaves
especially
: one grown for use in seasoning food
2
: thyme leaves used as a seasoning
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