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thyme (tīm)
1. any plant of the genus Thymus. 2. a preparation of the leaves and flowers of garden thyme (T. vulgaris), used as an antitussive and expectorant.
thyme [tīm, thim] Etymology: Gk, thymon the dried leaves and flowering tops of the herb Thymus vulgaris, which produces a pungent mintlike aroma. It is the source of a volatile oil, tannin, and gum but is used mainly as a flavoring agent. thyme, n Latin name: Thymus vulgaris; parts used: leaves, flowering tops; uses: expectorant, digestive tonic, antiseptic, astringent, anthelmintic, coughs, indigestion, diarrhea, throat complaints, muscle cramps, bedwetting; precautions: none known. Also called creeping thyme, garden thyme, mountain thyme, or wild thyme. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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