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lemongrass

Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for lemongrass.

Editorial note

If your goal is a quieter affair, middle grounds like lemongrass(not so projecting)+eau de toilette(alcohol) can work pretty well.

Examples13
Definitions2
Parts of speech1

Quick take

(colloquial, US) Sourgrass, Oxalis pes-caprae.

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of lemongrass gathered in one view.

noun

(colloquial, US) Sourgrass, Oxalis pes-caprae.

noun

One of various species of grass of the genus Cymbopogon, especially Cymbopogon citratus, which have a lemon-like taste and aroma, and are used in cooking, for tea, and for fragrance.

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for lemongrass.

noun

(colloquial, US) Sourgrass, Oxalis pes-caprae.

noun

One of various species of grass of the genus Cymbopogon, especially Cymbopogon citratus, which have a lemon-like taste and aroma, and are used in cooking, for tea, and for fragrance.

Example sentences

1

If your goal is a quieter affair, middle grounds like lemongrass(not so projecting)+eau de toilette(alcohol) can work pretty well.

2

You can also add essential oils to your syrup to increase uptake - lemongrass and peppermint.

3

It is too strong, but you can mix with a pure CBD strain or chamomile, lemongrass, mint or a bunch of other herbs.

4

I've eaten some Amazonian ant in Brazil which tasted very similar to lemongrass, was surprised how tasty they actually were.

5

You can find a small tub of lemongrass or buddhas hand citrus at Whole Foods, along with a small tub of jalapenos and maybe a plaintain.

6

Also like and recommend both ginger tea and lemongrass tea.

7

I like the lemongrass and there’s another one that smells like a fir tree..

8

It is tart and lightly fruity + will often be mixed with something like lemongrass to give it a bit of herbaceousness and/or a touch of tropical flavor.

9

It's also good in combination with lemongrass.

10

Like if you create a new recipe for applie pie that contains ginger and just a hint of lemongrass, it's not like you need a special permission to sell that.

11

Examples: khus,sandalwood,some lemongrass perfumes, and iris.

12

I wish curry leaves in particular were more commonly available at common grocery stores: ingredients like tumeric, thai basil, and lemongrass now often are, but hardly ever curry leaves.

Proper noun examples

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I'll drop a shout-out here for Green Lemongrass).

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use lemongrass in a sentence?

If your goal is a quieter affair, middle grounds like lemongrass(not so projecting)+eau de toilette(alcohol) can work pretty well.

What does lemongrass mean?

(colloquial, US) Sourgrass, Oxalis pes-caprae.

What part of speech is lemongrass?

lemongrass is commonly used as noun.