lemon grass

American  

noun

1. any of several lemon-scented grasses of the genus Cymbopogon, especially C. citratus, of tropical regions, yielding lemon-grass oil.

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lemon grass British  

noun

1. a perennial grass, Cymbopogon citratus, with a large flower spike: used in cooking and grown in tropical regions as the source of an aromatic oil ( lemon grass oil )

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Etymology

Origin of lemon grass

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

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lemon grass

Adding turmeric and lemon grass layers in more complexity.

From Washington Times ● Oct. 27, 2023

Bruising the lemon grass releases its flavor and fragrance.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 14, 2023

Green is a Christmas classic, and this vignette features many varying shades, from lemon grass to deep sage.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 15, 2022

Cilantro, citrus, lemon grass and shallots took center stage in the sai ua.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 24, 2022

Upon arriving within a few feet of the spot, pushing my way with difficulty through the tangled lemon grass, I could not see where he lay, as daylight had now vanished.

From The Rifle and the Hound in Ceylon by Baker, Samuel White, Sir