lemongrass
noun
lem·on·grass
ˈle-mən-ˌgras 
: a grass (Cymbopogon citratus) of robust habit native to southern India and Ceylon that is grown in tropical regions for its lemon-scented foliage used as a seasoning and that is the source of an aromatic essential oil
also
: its foliage
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Formulated with natural citronella and lemongrass to keep the bugs away, this small 4-ounce bottle is perfect for travel.
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Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2024
The presence of lemongrass is evident, and that extra green zhuzh makes the bite complete.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2024
The citrus grass variety is made with citrus peel and lemongrass, while the pink burst, which was inspired by the pink Starburst candy, has hints of strawberry and cream.
—Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2024
The laksa lemak—tuna and mackerel in coconut milk with mint, pineapple, rice noodles, chiles, onions and raw greens for $5.50—will linger in your memory, as will its tomato rice, cooked with lemongrass, mint, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and milk topped with cashews and raisins.
—Sharon McDonnell, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2023
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Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2024
The presence of lemongrass is evident, and that extra green zhuzh makes the bite complete.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2024
The citrus grass variety is made with citrus peel and lemongrass, while the pink burst, which was inspired by the pink Starburst candy, has hints of strawberry and cream.
—Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2024
The laksa lemak—tuna and mackerel in coconut milk with mint, pineapple, rice noodles, chiles, onions and raw greens for $5.50—will linger in your memory, as will its tomato rice, cooked with lemongrass, mint, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and milk topped with cashews and raisins.
—Sharon McDonnell, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2023
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“Lemongrass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lemongrass. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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