apple mint

noun

Meaning

A perennial herb in the mint family known for its rounded, hairy leaves and a mild, apple-like fragrance.

Examples

I planted apple mint along the garden path because it smells wonderful when stepped on.
The recipe calls for fresh apple mint to garnish the summer fruit salad.

Synonyms: mentha suaveolens, woolly mint, round-leaved mint

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apple mint

noun

Pronunciation: ˈæpəl mɪnt

Definition

A perennial herb in the mint family known for its rounded, hairy leaves and a mild, apple-like fragrance.

Examples

I planted apple mint along the garden path because it smells wonderful when stepped on.
The recipe calls for fresh apple mint to garnish the summer fruit salad.
Unlike peppermint, apple mint has a much softer flavor that works well in iced tea.

Synonyms of apple mint

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