Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun thyme
2 senses of thyme
Sense 1
thyme -- (any of various mints of the genus Thymus)
=> herb, herbaceous plant -- (a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests)
Sense 2
thyme -- (leaves can be used as seasoning for almost any meat and stews and stuffings and vegetables)
=> herb -- (aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities)