Key lime

noun

1. a yellow lime with a bitter rather than sour taste.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Key lime¹

After the Florida Keys

Example Sentences

There are versions of time-honored classics like key lime and strawberry rhubarb crumble, and a swoon-worthy peaches and cream combo.

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Pastry chefs Daphane DeLone of Connie and Ted's and Cathy Asapahu of Ayara Thai are contributing versions of key lime pie, but with differing approaches.

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"Key lime pie is such an American thing," she said.

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Key Lime Air did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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When the Embraer E135 jet operated by Colorado-based Key Lime Air “proceeded to cross the hold bars, air traffic controllers told the pilots to stop,” the FAA said in a statement.

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