Any plant of the labiate genus Thymus. The garden thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a warm, pungent aromatic, much used to give a relish to seasoning and soups. (Bot.)
Ankle deep in moss and flowery thyme.
I know a bank where the wild thyme blows.
Phrases & Compounds
Cat thyme
a labiate plant (Teucrium Marum) of the Mediterranean religion. Cats are said to be fond of rolling on it.
Wild thyme
Thymus Serpyllum, common on banks and hillsides in Europe.