lemon oil

American  

noun

1. a fragrant yellow essential oil obtained from the rinds of lemons or manufactured synthetically, used as a flavoring and in perfumery, furniture polishes, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of lemon oil

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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lemon oil

In a separate bowl, mix the lemon oil, parmesan cheese and ½ cup of pasta water.

From Salon ● May 2, 2023

All the ingredients for the sauce — heaps of fresh parsley, shallot, mustard, lemon, oil, salt and pepper — are whirred in a food processor until a smooth, creamy, gorgeously green sauce is formed.

From Washington Post ● Jan. 13, 2022

The bowl of buckwheat bucatini is a gem: Extra-long strands of pasta with an ideal firm bite are clingily coated with warmly spiced, slightly gamey merguez sausage ragu, plus lemon oil for a tiny brightness.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 15, 2019

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