thyme
UK: taɪm | US: taɪm
n. A low-growing aromatic herb of the mint family, used in cooking and medicine.
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The word "thyme" traces back to the Greek thymon, meaning "courage" or "to fumigate" (due to its use in incense). It passed into Latin as thymum, then Old French as thym, before entering Middle English. The herb was historically associated with bravery (e.g., ancient Greeks burned it for purification or inhaled it to invigorate courage). The modern spelling stabilized in the 14th century, retaining its Greek-rooted simplicity.
Fresh thyme enhances the flavor of roasted vegetables.
She sprinkled dried thyme into the soup for extra aroma.
Ancient Egyptians used thyme in embalming rituals.
The garden’s thyme patch attracted countless bees.
A tea brewed with thyme may soothe coughs.