thyme

American  

[tahym, thahym] / taɪm, θaɪm /

noun

1. any of numerous plants belonging to the genus Thymus, of the mint family, including the common garden herb T. vulgaris, a low subshrub having narrow, aromatic leaves used for seasoning.

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thyme British  

/ taɪm /

noun

1. any of various small shrubs of the temperate genus Thymus, having a strong mintlike odour, small leaves, and white, pink, or red flowers: family Lamiaceae (labiates)

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Other Word Forms

• thymy adjective

Etymology

Origin of thyme

1350–1400; Middle English < Latin thymum < Greek thýmon

Example Sentences

The most important outcome of this research is not the specific amount of thyme extract used, but the proof that precise and consistent nanodosing is achievable.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2026

The researchers emphasize that the technique is not limited to thyme extract alone.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2026

Fold in winter herbs like tarragon, rosemary, or thyme, or add a swipe of really good mustard for heat and backbone.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025

There's similarly little evidence that plant extracts, like thyme and squill, have any impact.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

I would help them make their delicious feasts, gather handfuls of sage and thyme from their front-porch herb garden.

From "We Are Okay" by Nina LaCour