basil thyme
noun
: any of several fragrant herbs or shrubs: such as
a
: a fragrant European herb (Clinopodium acinos synonym Satureja acinos synonym Acinos arvensis) of the mint family that has small violet flowers and is naturalized in Canada and the northern U.S.
called also basil balm, mother-of-thyme
Dictionary Entries Near basil thyme
Cite this Entry
“Basil thyme.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/basil%20thyme. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share