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Meaning of Lime
The primary meaning of the word "Lime" refers to a small, green or yellowish citrus fruit, or a whitish, caustic, and strongly alkaline substance consisting of calcium oxide.
Definitions
- A small, green or yellowish citrus fruit, often used in food and drinks for its sour taste and fragrance
- A whitish, caustic, and strongly alkaline substance consisting of calcium oxide, obtained by heating limestone or chalk
- A greenish-yellow color
Etymology of Lime
The word "Lime" has its origin in Old English and Old French, derived from the Latin "lima", meaning "file" or "limestone", and the Arabic "limah" or "limun", referring to the citrus fruit
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the citrus fruit, and since the 15th century to refer to the alkaline substance
Example Uses
- The recipe calls for a squeeze of fresh lime juice
- The construction worker mixed lime with water to create a mortar for the bricks
- The bright lime color of the walls added a pop of fun to the room