lemon oil
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of lemon oil
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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Mayonnaise is a reminder that something deeply flavorful, rich and airy can come from the most basic ingredients: egg, garlic, lemon, oil, salt.
From Salon ● Apr. 5, 2025
This is a classic yet balanced reserve-style with notes of brioche, apricot, lemon oil and baking spices.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 7, 2021
Some ingredients — lemon oil, vinegar, thymol — sound more like the makings of salad dressing with a few extras tossed in.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 23, 2021
To honor Harry Hay there's the Harry Hay, made with Rittenhouse 100-proof rye, Dolan Rouge Amargo Vallet Bark of Angostura, Maraschino liqueur and a caramelized lemon oil and Maraska cherry garnish.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2015
The bed was made, most of the surfaces gleamed with a fresh coat of lemon oil, and a bucket and mop were propped up in the corner.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
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