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Noun: mother of thyme
  1. Fragrant European mint having clusters of small violet-and-white flowers; naturalized especially in eastern North America
    "mother of thyme spread its sweet fragrance throughout the herb garden";
    - basil thyme, basil balm, Acinos arvensis, Satureja acinos

Type of: herb, herbaceous plant

Part of: Acinos, genus Acinos

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