Synonyms for
Lime
Definition
a citrus fruit that is typically round, green, and sour, often used in cooking or for making drinks
Synonyms & similar words
quicklime
fluxinglime
basswood
calx
hydratedlime
calciumoxide
calciumhydroxide
citrusaurantifolia
limetree
unslakedlime
birdlime
calciumhydrate
linden
limehydrate
burntlime
slakedlime
lindentree
causticlime
calcinedlime
citrus
lemon
orange
tangerine
grapefruit
sour
acidic
tart
bitter
acrid
acerbic
astringent
acidulated
acidulous
sharp
pungent
acid
acerb
acerbaceous
acrimonious
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- lime juice
- key lime pie
- lime green
- fresh lime
- squeezed lime
- lime zest
- lime soda
Word family
Usage note
While 'lime' can refer to the fruit, it is more commonly associated with the pale green color. Distinguish from 'limestone' (a type of rock).
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Example sentences
- I love the taste of lime in my salsa.
- The bartender added a slice of lime to my margarita.
- My mom made a lime pie for dessert.
- I squeezed some lime juice on my fish tacos.
- The salad dressing had a hint of lime in it.
Quotes
"When life gives you lemons, sell them and buy a lime." - Unknown
"Keep calm and put a lime in the coconut." - Harry Nilsson
"Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first." - Ernestine Ulmer